Vermont Department of Mental Health RFP136 Peer Mental Health Patient Representative 2026
Vermont State Workforce Development Board Training and Credentialing Work Group | State of VermontState · Montpelier, VT- Due
- Apr 16, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Jennifer Rowell
- (802) 241-0090
The 30-second brief
Seeks to establish a contract with a peer-run organization to provide Peer Patient Representative Services to individuals under the custody of the commissioner being served in a Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility. Services include education on patient rights, advocacy, and fostering communication.
Peer Patient Representative Services, Education on patient rights, Advocacy, Fostering communication, Reporting on activities and performance measures.
Company overview, Scope of Work and Expected Activities, Proposed timeline, Reporting and Compliance Requirements, Cost Proposal.
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Summary
Seeks to establish a contract with a peer-run organization to provide Peer Patient Representative Services to individuals under the custody of the commissioner being served in a Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility.
Services include education on patient rights, advocacy, and fostering communication.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Company overview
- Scope of Work and Expected Activities
- Proposed timeline
- Reporting and Compliance Requirements
- Cost Proposal
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Peer Patient Representative Services
- Education on patient rights
- Advocacy
- Fostering communication
- Reporting on activities and performance measures
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Standard Contract for Services, Certificate of Compliance, Attachment C - Standard State Contract and Grant Provisions, Attachment D - Other Provisions for IT Professional Services, Attachment E- Business Associate Agreement, Attachment F – Agency of Human Services' Customary Contract - Grant Provisions, Attachment G – State of Vermont – Federal Terms Supplement - Non-Construction
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Vermont
- Reported agency
- Vermont Department of Mental Health
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 April 16, 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. 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 at (802) 241-0090. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Peer Patient Representative Services, Education on patient rights, Advocacy, Fostering communication, Reporting on activities and performance measures.. 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: "Company overview, Scope of Work and Expected Activities, Proposed timeline, Reporting and Compliance Requirements, Cost Proposal." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Vermont State Workforce Development Board Training and Credentialing Work Group | State of Vermont?
All active and historical solicitations from Vermont State Workforce Development Board Training and Credentialing Work Group | State of Vermont are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, Vermont State Workforce Development Board Training and Credentialing Work Group | State of Vermont 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 2 years. 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: Standard Contract for Services, Certificate of Compliance, Attachment C - Standard State Contract and Grant Provisions, Attachment D - Other Provisions for IT Professional Services, Attachment E- Busi. 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: Vermont. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.