Oregon Health Authority Behavioral Health Workforce Incentives RFGA S-44300-00015509
Oregon Health AuthorityState · Salem, OR- Due
- Dec 16, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 11, 2025
- Primary contact
- Larry Briggs
- (971) 283-4844
The 30-second brief
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is issuing Request for Grant Applications (RFGA) S-44300-00015509 to utilize Behavioral Health Workforce Incentive funds under House Bill 2024. The program provides educational-based incentives to qualifying behavioral health entities to support, sustain, and grow the workforce. Eligible incentives include scholarships for undergraduate and graduate students, loan forgiveness and repayment, tuition assistance, and stipends for graduate students. Target providers include CADC, LCSW, LPC, QMHP, and Peer Support Specialists, with priority given to those serving underserved, rural, or frontier communities. Applicants must operate an outpatient or residential facility in Oregon and be a Team-Based High Acuity Medicaid Provider. Applications are due December 16, 2025, via a Smartsheet portal, and all funds must be expended by June 30, 2027.
Budget Table, Narrative Essays, REALD Survey, SOGI Survey, Certificate of Insurance
Implementation Summary, Provider Type(s) Supported, Number of Providers Supported, Rationale, Cost Effectiveness, Expansion of Service Capacity, Budget Clarity and Alignment
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Summary
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is issuing Request for Grant Applications (RFGA) S-44300-00015509 to utilize Behavioral Health Workforce Incentive funds under House Bill 2024.
The program provides educational-based incentives to qualifying behavioral health entities to support, sustain, and grow the workforce. Eligible incentives include scholarships for undergraduate and graduate students, loan forgiveness and repayment, tuition assistance, and stipends for graduate students. Target providers include CADC, LCSW, LPC, QMHP, and Peer Support Specialists, with priority given to those serving underserved, rural, or frontier communities. Applicants must operate an outpatient or residential facility in Oregon and be a Team-Based High Acuity Medicaid Provider. Applications are due December 16, 2025, via a Smartsheet portal, and all funds must be expended by June 30, 2027.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Implementation Summary
- Provider Type(s) Supported
- Number of Providers Supported
- Rationale
- Cost Effectiveness
- Expansion of Service Capacity
- Budget Clarity and Alignment
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Budget Table
- Narrative Essays
- REALD Survey
- SOGI Survey
- Certificate of Insurance
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Attachment A Sample Agreement
- Attachment B Budget Table
- Attachment C Certified Disadvantaged Business Outreach Plan
- Submit to
- https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/d1548bd7f02b455fbdeaea5225a92295
- Scope location
- Salem, OR
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Oregon Health Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 16, 2025. 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://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/d1548bd7f02b455fbdeaea5225a92295. For questions, contact Larry Briggs.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Oregon Health Authority in OR, 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 Larry Briggs at (971) 283-4844. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Budget Table, Narrative Essays, REALD Survey, SOGI Survey, Certificate of Insurance. 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: "Implementation Summary, Provider Type(s) Supported, Number of Providers Supported, Rationale, Cost Effectiveness, Expansion of Service Capacity, Budget Clarity and Alignment" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Oregon Health Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Oregon Health Authority are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, Oregon Health Authority regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Attachment A Sample Agreement, Attachment B Budget Table, Attachment C Certified Disadvantaged Business Outreach Plan. Review the full document from Oregon Health Authority for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Salem, OR. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.