Staffing Consulting Services for North Dakota State Hospital

The North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services is seeking comprehensive consulting services to enhance the operational efficiency, service delivery, and regulatory compliance of the North Dakota State Hospital. The State has issued a Notice of Intent to Make a Noncompetitive Purchase from DCCS Consulting for these services, which include needs assessment, strategic planning, process improvement, policy development, training, performance monitoring, and project management. The required delivery date is immediate, with the completion date of each phase to be mutually agreed upon. The total cost for the initial 6-month consulting period is $80,000, with an option to renew for an additional 12 months. The State has justified the noncompetitive purchase based on DCCS Consulting's expertise and experience with state-sponsored behavioral health hospitals, operational assessments, and relevant certifications. Vendors interested in providing equivalent services are instructed to submit a written response by July 10, 2024, at 3:00 pm CT, detailing their capabilities to meet the stated requirements.

The contract opportunity is limited to the jurisdiction of Stutsman County in North Dakota. The State has not set aside any designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond, and there is no mention of any incumbent vendors or current contractors. The contract value is listed as $80,000 for the initial 6-month period, with the possibility of a 12-month renewal.