Utah Public Procurement Place U3P #SLCoBHS091426-RFI

Salt Lake County seeks sole source providers for Refugee Treatment Services bridge contract

Salt Lake County Behavioral Health Services is seeking feedback on a proposed sole source procurement for Refugee Treatment Services to bridge a gap in service delivery. - Government Buyer: - Salt Lake County Division of Contracts and Procurement - Salt Lake County Behavioral Health Services - Named Providers (Vendors): - Refugee & Immigrant Center - Asian Association - International Rescue Committee - Salt Lake City Regional Office - Catholic Community Services – SLC - THRIVE Center for Survivors of Torture (formerly UHHR) - Services Requested: - Behavioral health and support services for refugees - Services must align with offerings from the State Refugee Services Office - Four agreements, each estimated between $70,000 and $96,000 - Unique Requirements: - Sole source justification: only these four providers are considered for continuity - Bridge contract to maintain uninterrupted services for vulnerable refugee populations - Services must fill gaps left by the severance of the previous contract with the State Department of Health & Human Services - Period of Performance: - 1.5-year contract, bridging until a competitive rebid process is conducted - No specific product part numbers; focus is on service delivery and continuity

Description

Salt Lake County is seeking to continue working with four specific providers for Refugee Treatment Services through a sole source procurement. The services are to be provided by Refugee & Immigrant Center - Asian Association, International Rescue Committee - Salt Lake City Regional Office, Catholic Community Services – SLC, and THRIVE Center for Survivors of Torture. This sole source contract is intended to bridge services from January 1, 2027, to June 30, 2028, ensuring no interruption while preparing for a competitive rebid process in 2028. The procurement aims to maintain consistency and minimize disruption to vulnerable refugee populations by aligning with existing state services.

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