Alaska Online Public Notices #2027-2000-0098

Alaska DOC seeks statewide behavioral health services for correctional facilities

The Alaska Department of Corrections, Division of Health and Rehabilitation Services, is seeking qualified providers to deliver comprehensive behavioral health services for individuals in custody across thirteen correctional facilities statewide. - Government Buyer: - Department of Corrections, Division of Health and Rehabilitation Services, Division of Administrative Services - Scope of Services: - Provision of in-person and limited telehealth behavioral health services - 21 full-time Mental Health Clinicians (MHCs) required - Services include mental health screenings, assessments, therapeutic interventions, case management, documentation in Electronic Health Records, suicide prevention training, and care coordination - Contract Structure: - Multiple contract awards anticipated (minimum two, up to four) - Full-time services (37.5–40 hours/week) for up to 52 weeks annually, excluding state holidays - Emergency weekend services may be required - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with state policies, security clearances, and quality assurance standards - Mandatory registration with procurement officer for amendments and vendor list inclusion - Accessibility provisions for individuals with disabilities - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; opportunity is open to qualified behavioral health providers with correctional or institutional experience

Description

The Department of Corrections, Division of Health and Rehabilitation Services, is soliciting proposals to provide in-person and limited telehealth behavioral health services to individuals in custody statewide at all thirteen department locations. The solicitation aims to address staffing shortages and ensure constitutionally mandated services are provided. Multiple awards are anticipated, with a minimum of two and up to four contracts to be awarded based on the number of responsive proposals. Interested bidders must register with the procurement officer to receive amendments and be added to the vendor list.

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