Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services - Regional Infectious Services Enhancement Hubs - DMHAS-CSD-RISE-2027
Southwest Connecticut Mental HealthPublic Hospital · Bridgeport, CT- Due
- Dec 10, 2026
- 37 days left
- Posted
- Oct 19, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Denise Philbrick
- (860) 418-6620
The 30-second brief
The State of Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is soliciting proposals from qualified private nonprofit organizations and municipalities to establish and operate Regional Infectious Services Enhancement (RISE) Hubs across Connecticut's five service regions. The RISE initiative aims to strengthen regional infrastructure and expand equitable access to integrated infectious disease prevention, education, screening, testing, linkage to care, care coordination, workforce development, and harm-reduction services (including HIV, viral hepatitis, STIs, tuberculosis, and overdose prevention) for individuals with mental health conditions and substance use disorders. Maximum contract award is $200,000 per region for a term of up to three years. Submission deadline is December 10, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST. A mandatory virtual bidders' conference will be held on November 5, 2026, at 10:00 AM, and a non-binding Letter of Intent is due by October 28, 2026.
RISE Hub regional service model providing integrated infectious disease prevention, Screening, Testing, Linkage to care, And harm-reduction services including naloxone distribution; minimum of 100 unduplicated individuals served annually; minimum of 4 regional education, Training, Or technical assistance activities annually
Organizational Requirements (5), Services Requirements (25), Core Components of Services (30), Staffing Expectations (5), Data and Technology Expectations (5), Work Plan (5), Budget/Narrative (10), Culturally Responsive Services (10), Contract Management/Data Reporting (5)
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Summary
The State of Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is soliciting proposals from qualified private nonprofit organizations and municipalities to establish and operate Regional Infectious Services Enhancement (RISE) Hubs across Connecticut's five service regions.
The RISE initiative aims to strengthen regional infrastructure and expand equitable access to integrated infectious disease prevention, education, screening, testing, linkage to care, care coordination, workforce development, and harm-reduction services (including HIV, viral hepatitis, STIs, tuberculosis, and overdose prevention) for individuals with mental health conditions and substance use disorders. Maximum contract award is $200,000 per region for a term of up to three years. Submission deadline is December 10, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST. A mandatory virtual bidders' conference will be held on November 5, 2026, at 10:00 AM, and a non-binding Letter of Intent is due by October 28, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- RISE Hub regional service model providing integrated infectious disease prevention, Screening, Testing, Linkage to care, And harm-reduction services including naloxone distribution
- Minimum of 100 unduplicated individuals served annually
- Minimum of 4 regional education, Training, Or technical assistance activities annually
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
17- Cover Sheet
- Table of Contents
- Executive Summary
- Main proposal
- Secretary of State recognition
- Non-profit status
- Notification to Bidders Parts I-V
- Campaign Contribution Certification OPM Ethics Form 1
- Valid Unique Entity Identifier UEI
- Organizational Chart
- Resumes of Key Personnel
- Audited Financial Statements
- Reference letters
- Conflict of Interest Disclosure Statement
- Statement of Assurances
- Declaration of Confidential Information
- Proposed budget and budget narrative
REQUIRED STAFFING
4- Submit to
- https://portal.ct.gov/DAS/CTSource/BidBoard
- Scope location
- Hartford, CT
- Reported agency
- Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Southwest Connecticut Mental Health?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 10, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://portal.ct.gov/DAS/CTSource/BidBoard. For questions, contact Denise Philbrick.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Southwest Connecticut Mental Health in CT, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Denise Philbrick at (860) 418-6620. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Program Coordinator, Peer Recovery, Licensed Nurse, Administrative/Data Support. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: RISE Hub regional service model providing integrated infectious disease prevention, Screening, Testing, Linkage to care, And harm-reduction services including naloxone distribution; minimum of 100 unduplicated individuals served annually; minimum of 4 regional education, Training, Or technical assis. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Organizational Requirements (5), Services Requirements (25), Core Components of Services (30), Staffing Expectations (5), Data and Technology Expectations (5), Work Plan (5), Budget/Narrative (10), Cu..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Southwest Connecticut Mental Health?
All active and historical solicitations from Southwest Connecticut Mental Health are tracked and searchable. As a public hospital agency, Southwest Connecticut Mental Health regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 10, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Cover Sheet, Table of Contents, Executive Summary, Main proposal, Secretary of State recognition, Non-profit status, Notification to Bidders Parts I-V, Campaign Contribution Certification OPM Ethics F. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Southwest Connecticut Mental Health for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Hartford, CT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.