Illinois Department of Human Services - DMH IFB CMHC Medical Director - 26-444DHS-MENTH-B-53258 (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
- John Peterman
- (618) 826-4571
The 30-second brief
The Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking an Illinois-licensed physician to provide Medical Director services at Chester Mental Health Center located at 1315 Lehmen Drive, Chester, IL 62233. The Medical Director will supervise medical staff, maintain clinical care quality, develop medical policies, and ensure regulatory readiness for IDPH, TJC, and CMS. Candidates must have an American Board of Medical Specialties Certification, or its equivalent, in Psychiatry and three years of substantive medical administrative experience. The initial contract term runs through June 30, 2029, with options to renew.
Medical Director Services
Lowest price, responsibility, responsiveness
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Summary
The Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking an Illinois-licensed physician to provide Medical Director services at Chester Mental Health Center located at 1315 Lehmen Drive, Chester, IL 62233.
The Medical Director will supervise medical staff, maintain clinical care quality, develop medical policies, and ensure regulatory readiness for IDPH, TJC, and CMS. Candidates must have an American Board of Medical Specialties Certification, or its equivalent, in Psychiatry and three years of substantive medical administrative experience. The initial contract term runs through June 30, 2029, with options to renew.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Lowest price
- Responsibility
- Responsiveness
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Medical Director Services
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/bso/
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Chester, 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. 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://www.bidbuy.illinois.gov/bso/. For questions, contact John Peterman.
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 John Peterman at (618) 826-4571. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Medical Director Services. 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: "Lowest 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?
All active and historical solicitations from Illinois Department of Human Services | State of Illinois are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, Illinois Department of Human Services | State of Illinois 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.
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: Chester, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.