Department of Mental Health - Mental Health Peer Patient Representatives - RFP 143 (2026)
Vermont State Workforce Development Board Training and Credentialing Work Group | State of VermontState · Montpelier, VT- Due
- Oct 28, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 4, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Jennifer Rowell
The 30-second brief
The Vermont Department of Mental Health is seeking proposals for Full Time Equivalent (FTE) peer patient representative services for youth and adults in designated hospitals, River Valley Therapeutic Residence (RVTR), Intensive Recovery Residential (IRR) programs, and the youth Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility (PRTF). Patient representatives will provide education on patient rights, advocate for patients, and foster communication. Services include initial voluntary meetings after admission, attending treatment planning meetings upon request, helping individuals understand their treatment teams, connecting individuals with peer support services informed by Intentional Peer Support (IPS), and offering one-to-one or group support. Bidders must recruit, hire, and supervise peer support providers. The submission deadline is October 28, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST, with questions due by September 25, 2026. The contract period is for one year with options to renew for up to four additional twelve-month periods.
Company overview and organizational capacity: 20, Scope of Work and Expected Activities: 20, Proposed timeline: 20, Reporting and Compliance Requirements: 20, Budgets: 20
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Summary
The Vermont Department of Mental Health is seeking proposals for Full Time Equivalent (FTE) peer patient representative services for youth and adults in designated hospitals, River Valley Therapeutic Residence (RVTR), Intensive Recovery Residential (IRR) programs, and the youth Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility (PRTF).
Patient representatives will provide education on patient rights, advocate for patients, and foster communication. Services include initial voluntary meetings after admission, attending treatment planning meetings upon request, helping individuals understand their treatment teams, connecting individuals with peer support services informed by Intentional Peer Support (IPS), and offering one-to-one or group support. Bidders must recruit, hire, and supervise peer support providers. The submission deadline is October 28, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST, with questions due by September 25, 2026. The contract period is for one year with options to renew for up to four additional twelve-month periods.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Company overview and organizational capacity: 20
- Scope of Work and Expected Activities: 20
- Proposed timeline: 20
- Reporting and Compliance Requirements: 20
- Budgets: 20
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Certificate of Compliance
- Quotation form (Item list)
- Signed Certificate of Compliance uploaded in the VTBuys Questionnaire
- Submit to
- https://vtbuysprocurement.vermont.gov
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Waterbury, VT
- Reported agency
- State of Vermont
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Vermont State Workforce Development Board Training and Credentialing Work Group | State of Vermont?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 28, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://vtbuysprocurement.vermont.gov. For questions, contact Jennifer Rowell.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Vermont State Workforce Development Board Training and Credentialing Work Group | State of Vermont in VT, 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 Jennifer Rowell. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Company overview and organizational capacity: 20, Scope of Work and Expected Activities: 20, Proposed timeline: 20, Reporting and Compliance Requirements: 20, Budgets: 20" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Certificate of Compliance, Quotation form (Item list), Signed Certificate of Compliance uploaded in the VTBuys Questionnaire. Review the full document from Vermont State Workforce Development Board Training and Credentialing Work Group | State of Vermont for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Waterbury, VT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.