Illinois Department of Human Services - DMH IFB AMHC Medical Director - 27-444DHS-MENTH-B-53451 (2026)
Illinois Department of Human Services | State of IllinoisState · Springfield, IL- Due
- Aug 11, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 23, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Rebecca Carter
- (618) 474-3232
The 30-second brief
The Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking a Medical Director at Alton Mental Health Center located at 4500 College Avenue, Alton, IL 62002. The Medical Director must be an Illinois-licensed physician with an American Board of Medical Specialties Certification, or its equivalent, in Psychiatry, along with three years of substantive medical administrative experience. Responsibilities include supervising medical staff, maintaining the overall quality of clinical care, developing policies and procedures, and ensuring regulatory readiness for bodies such as IDPH, TJC, and CMS. The initial contract term runs through June 30, 2029, with two renewal options. The submission deadline is August 11, 2026, and electronic bids must be submitted through BidBuy. Evaluation is based on lowest price among responsive and responsible bidders.
Price, Responsibility, Responsiveness
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Summary
The Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking a Medical Director at Alton Mental Health Center located at 4500 College Avenue, Alton, IL 62002.
The Medical Director must be an Illinois-licensed physician with an American Board of Medical Specialties Certification, or its equivalent, in Psychiatry, along with three years of substantive medical administrative experience. Responsibilities include supervising medical staff, maintaining the overall quality of clinical care, developing policies and procedures, and ensuring regulatory readiness for bodies such as IDPH, TJC, and CMS. The initial contract term runs through June 30, 2029, with two renewal options. The submission deadline is August 11, 2026, and electronic bids must be submitted through BidBuy. Evaluation is based on lowest price among responsive and responsible bidders.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Price
- Responsibility
- Responsiveness
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Vendor Disclosure or IPG Active Registered Vendor Disclosure
- Offer to the State of Illinois
- Contract
- Resume
- Submit to
- https://www.bidbuy.illinois.gov/
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Alton, IL
- Reported agency
- Illinois Department of Human Services
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Illinois Department of Human Services | State of Illinois?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 11, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.bidbuy.illinois.gov/. For questions, contact Rebecca Carter.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Illinois Department of Human Services | State of Illinois in IL, 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 IFB 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 Rebecca Carter at (618) 474-3232. 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: "Price, Responsibility, Responsiveness" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Illinois Department of Human Services | State of Illinois?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
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: Vendor Disclosure or IPG Active Registered Vendor Disclosure, Offer to the State of Illinois, Contract, Resume. Review the full document from Illinois Department of Human Services | State of Illinois for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Alton, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.