Suicide Prevention

The State of Florida, Department of Children and Families (DCF), Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health (SAMH), is issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) to seek a vendor to provide training and consultation to DCF staff for the implementation of an integrated, evidence-based suicide prevention model. The focus of the model is on a system-wide, organizational culture shift, to be delivered to DCF staff in multiple program areas and locations across the state. The vendor must have a minimum of 5 years of experience implementing the proposed suicide prevention model with evidence of improved outcomes, and be eligible to receive federal grant funding. The RFP outlines specific service requirements, deliverables, performance measures, and financial aspects, including that administrative costs cannot exceed 10% of the total operating costs. Funding for these services is provided by the Community Mental Health Block Grant under the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2021. The anticipated contract start date is August 1, 2022, with a duration through June 30, 2023, and possible renewal. The procurement process is competitive, and the evaluation criteria include an Executive Overview, Core Team Qualifications, and Services Approach and Solution, which will be evaluated and scored up to a maximum of 825 points.

The contract opportunity is open to vendors in the state of Florida, specifically in Leon County and Tampa City. The RFP does not provide details on set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. There is no information provided on any listed incumbent vendors or current contractors, or any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The RFP also does not specify any award values or budget ranges.