Westchester County Westchestercounty #42998

Westchester County Solicits Peer Support and Suicide Prevention Services for Veterans (Vet2Vet Program)

Westchester County is seeking qualified vendors to deliver peer support and suicide prevention services for veterans and their families through the Vet2Vet Program. - Government Buyer: - County of Westchester, Department of Community Mental Health - Contact: Michael Orth, M.S.W. - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or commercial vendors are named in the solicitation - Products/Services Requested: - Peer support and suicide prevention services for veterans and their families - Program includes in-person and virtual support gatherings, mentoring, peer-to-peer counseling, outreach at community events, and coordination with veteran services and community providers - Requires a program coordinator (veteran or family member) to serve on the Westchester County Suicide Prevention Coalition - Program staff must be veterans and/or family members - Service goal: at least 100 unduplicated individuals served monthly - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Proposers must demonstrate experience with veteran services, trauma-informed care, and program sustainability - Detailed budget proposals required, covering personnel, fringe benefits, supplies, equipment, administration, travel, insurance, utilities, training, and veteran activities - Submission of certifications and disclosures is mandatory - Proposals must be concise, clear, and economically prepared - Program is funded by the New York State Office of Mental Health (NYS OMH) - Contract term is one year with up to four one-year renewal options

Description

The County of Westchester, through its Department of Community Mental Health, is requesting proposals from qualified vendors to provide peer support services to veterans and their families. This service is part of a New York State Office of Mental Health funded peer support suicide prevention program aimed at preventing suicide by addressing the needs of veterans and their families. Proposals must be submitted by September 18, 2026, and clarifications are due by August 26, 2026. The program focuses on delivering peer support to veterans to help prevent suicide.

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