# New York State Contract Reporter #RFP-RC-2026-026

Rockland County Residential Crisis Respite Bed Services Program Solicitation

**Posted:** September 25, 2026
**Respond By:** October 15, 2026
**Identifier:** RFP-RC-2026-026
**NAICS:** 623220

Rockland County is seeking qualified providers to establish and operate a residential crisis respite bed services program.
- Government Buyer:
  - Rockland County Department of Mental Health (RCDMH)
- Service Requested:
  - Implementation and operation of a residential crisis respite program
  - Establishment of 6-8 crisis respite beds in a single, centrally located home within Rockland County
  - 24/7 operation with peer staffing preferred
  - Provision of food, housing, support services, discharge planning, and follow-up for residents
  - Residents approved for up to 7-day stays, with flexibility upon RCDMH approval
  - Inclusion of a 24-hour warmline for referrals
- Unique Requirements:
  - Peer worker staffing
  - Centrally located residence
  - 24/7 operation and warmline
- No specific OEMs or product vendors are mentioned; this is a service-based opportunity
- No prior similar contracts have been awarded in the past five years

### Description

Rockland County Department of Mental Health (RCDMH) is seeking a provider to implement a new residential crisis respite program that will create 6-8 crisis respite beds in a single home centrally located in the county. The program will allow residents to stay up to 7 days, with flexibility upon approval, and operate 24/7 staffed ideally by peer workers. Services include food, housing, support services, discharge planning, follow-up, and a 24-hour warmline for referrals. The contract term is 3 years with two 1-year options.

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