New York State Contract Reporter #MH253023

Administration of Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Programs and System Transformation Services for New York State

The New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) is seeking a contractor to administer and support Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) programs and related system transformation initiatives statewide. - Government Buyer: - New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH), Central Office - Scope of Work: - Administration of CIT programs across New York State - Selection and management of CIT sites - Coordination and facilitation of CIT training sessions - Ongoing technical assistance for CIT sites and localities - Program Details: - CIT is a collaborative effort involving law enforcement, mental health and addiction professionals, individuals with mental illness or substance use disorders, their families, and community partners - Focus on improving crisis response systems and reducing criminal justice involvement - Products/Services Requested: - Consulting and technical assistance services for mental health crisis response system transformation - Unique Requirements: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named - No set-aside goals for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses (SDVOB) or Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) - Period of Performance: - Five-year contract term

Description

The New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) Diversion Center announces funding availability for the administration of Crisis Intervention Team programs and adjacent systems transformation work in New York State. The CIT program is a partnership involving law enforcement, mental health and addiction professionals, individuals with mental illness and/or substance use disorders, their families, and other partners to improve community responses to mental health crises. The program aims to develop a more informed and effective crisis response system that is minimally intrusive and helps individuals access medical/mental health treatment to avoid criminal justice involvement. The RFP seeks a qualified contractor to manage the selection of CIT sites, coordinate and facilitate training, and provide ongoing technical assistance to selected sites and localities transforming their crisis response systems.

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