Building and General Services of Vermont #RFP 135 Re-Bid

Vermont DMH Seeks Providers for Children's Crisis Stabilization Program

The Vermont Department of Mental Health (DMH), part of the Agency of Human Services, is seeking providers to deliver a Children's Crisis Stabilization Program for children aged 5-12 experiencing acute mental health crises. - Government Buyer: - Vermont Department of Mental Health, Agency of Human Services - Products/Services Requested: - Crisis stabilization treatment program for children ages 5-12 - Up to 6 beds statewide or a regional program with 2-4 beds - 24/7 trauma-informed clinical care, family engagement, and discharge planning - Services must include trauma-responsive residential treatment, clinical services, and support for transition back to home/community - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Providers must specify if offering a statewide (4-6 beds) or regional (minimum 2 beds) program - Priority for program locations in Central or Northern Mid Vermont - Compliance with state licensing and Medicaid enrollment required - Affirmative steps for small and minority businesses - Program must be accessible and staffed appropriately for the target population - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named in the solicitation.

Description

The Department of Mental Health (DMH) of Vermont is seeking proposals to establish contracts with one or more entities to provide a crisis stabilization treatment program for up to 6 children aged 5 through 12 experiencing an acute mental health crisis. The program aims to stabilize these children and transition them back to their home and community. Proposals must specify whether the program will serve 4-6 beds statewide or a regional program with no fewer than 2 beds, with priority for locations in Central or Northern Mid Vermont. The contract period is 2 years with an option to renew for up to 3 additional years, starting in State Fiscal Year 2026.

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