Previous Requests

Notice of Intent to Award

(Posted 12/27/2021)

The Department of Mental Health (hereinafter “Agency”) has issued this solicitation for the purpose of soliciting sealed bids from qualified bidders to continue and expand the Agency’s outreach efforts for the state’s Behind the Mask Campaign. In December 2020, the Mississippi Department of Mental Health (DMH) announced a new awareness campaign titled “Behind the Mask” to promote mental health services for Mississippians during the COVID-19 pandemic. The campaign was funded through an Emergency Response to COVID-19 grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). This campaign is designed to encourage individuals facing mental health and/or alcohol and drug addiction problems not to hide “behind the mask,” but to seek help for their mental health problems, to understand that the pandemic has affected all types of people around the state, and to realize that these issues are common. CLOSING DATE AND TIME: Bids must be received by December 21, 2021, at 9:00 AM (CST). CLOSING LOCATION: Mississippi Department of Mental Health 239 North Lamar Street Jackson, Mississippi 39201. BID COORDINATOR: Toni Johnson, Director Bureau of Human Resources, Telephone: 601-359-1288 E-Mail: toni.johnson@dmh.ms.gov.

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Invitation for Bids – Stand Up Media Campaign

(Posted 10/28/21 – Now Expired)

Click here for amendments, questions and answers (Posted 11/15/21)
Notice of Intent to Award (Posted 12/3/21)
The Department of Mental Health (hereinafter “Agency”) has issued this solicitation for the purpose of soliciting sealed bids from qualified providers to provide Comprehensive Communication Services. The Mississippi Department of Mental Health is seeking to establish a contract for a Comprehensive Communications Campaign for Opioid Awareness. The communications consultant engaged for providing the marketing campaign described herein will assist DMH and the key partner organizations of Stand Up, Mississippi by soliciting and securing media buys for digital, television, radio, outdoor, and print media statewide using specific messaging developed for Stand Up, Mississippi by their creative design firm. Bids must be received by November 30, 2021, at 9:00 AM (CST). BID COORDINATOR: Toni Johnson, Director, Bureau of Human Resources, toni.johnson@dmh.ms.gov.

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Invitation for Bids – Public Awareness Campaign for Statewide Behavioral Health Services

(Published 10/28/21 – Now Expired)

Click here for amendments, questions and answers (Posted 11/15/21)
Notice of Intent to Award (Posted 12/3/21)
The Mississippi Department of Mental Health is seeking to establish a contract for the development and implementation of a public awareness and media campaign to increase the public’s knowledge of community behavioral health services in the state. DMH is seeking a professional consultant/firm to develop and implement a comprehensive information dissemination and education campaign that will target adults with serious mental illnesses, children with serious emotional disturbances, adults, and youth in need of alcohol and drug treatment services, and their caregivers, veterans, families, and friends. The primary goals are to heighten public awareness of mental health and alcohol and drug treatment services in Mississippi, while decreasing the stigma of reaching out for help. Bids must be received by November 30, 2021, at 9:00 AM (CST). BID COORDINATOR: Toni Johnson, Director, Bureau of Human Resources, toni.johnson@dmh.ms.gov.

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Request for Quotes – Bureau of Behavioral Health HIV/AIDS Media Campaign

(Posted 10/6/21 – Now Expired)

The selected Media Firm will join in collaboration with the Department of Mental Health (DMH) and the Department of Health (MSDH) in their efforts to end the HIV/AIDS epidemic in Mississippi. The selected media firm will be expected

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Request for Quotes – Succession Planning Consultant

(Posted 7/26/21 – Now Expired)

DMH seeks to contract with an experienced consultant to develop a succession planning program that ensures leadership continuity in key positions within the organization. The consultant will develop a model for the agency; provide recommendations on assessing candidates to participate; develop and facilitate leadership development opportunities and trainings; and develop strategies for knowledge transfer. To submit a response to this solicitation, please submit your signed quote on letterhead directly to Toni Johnson at the Department of Mental Health, 239 North Lamar St., Jackson, MS 39201 or via email at toni.johnson@dmh.ms.gov by 10:00 A.M. CST on August 10, 2021, at 10:00 A.M. CST. Quotes received after this date and time will not be considered.

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Request for Quotes – Succession Planning Consultant

(Posted 6/18/2021)

*** This procurement has been cancelled due to the lack of responsive and responsible vendors.***

The Mississippi Department of Mental Health seeks to contract with an experienced consultant to develop a succession planning program that ensures leadership continuity in key positions within the organization. Please submit your signed quote on letterhead directly to Mrs. Toni Johnson at the Mississippi Department of Mental Health, 239 North Lamar St., Jackson, MS 39201, or via email at toni.johnson@dmh.ms.gov by 10 a.m. CST on July 9, 2021.

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Request for Quotes - Leadership Development Program

(Posted 6/18/2021 – Now Expired)

The Mississippi Department of Mental Health seeks to contract with multiple vendors to engage in leadership development for employees in middle level management. Please submit your signed quote on letterhead directly to Mrs. Toni Johnson at the Mississippi Department of Mental Health, 239 North Lamar St., Jackson, MS 39201, or via email at toni.johnson@dmh.ms.gov by 10 a.m. CST, Friday, July 9, 2021.

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Request for Quotes – Employee Assistance Program

(Posted 6/18/2021 – Now Expired)

The Mississippi Department of Mental Health, Central Office seeks to contract with up to 3 vendors to provide contractual comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services for approximately 100 employees. A signed quote must be submitted on letterhead directly to Mrs. Toni Johnson via email at Toni.Johnson@dmh.ms.gov by 4:00 P.M. CST on Wednesday, June 30, 2021.

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Request for Quotes – Shatter the Silence Awareness Campaign

(Posted 4/20/21 – Now Expired)

The DMH Division of Outreach and Training oversees public awareness campaigns, external trainings, suicide prevention, and a variety of special projects. While DMH shoulders significant responsibility for implementing the outreach efforts, numerous agencies and organizations serve as invaluable partners in the efforts Shatter the Silence: Suicide—The Secret You Shouldn’t Keep (STS), a statewide suicide prevention awareness campaign. The consultant selected will assist DMH in the awareness campaign through the activities described herein. The campaign goal is to continue the awareness efforts and increase the knowledge of suicide prevention. The targeted audiences for this contract shall be youth ages 10-18. Quote Submission Deadline: May 4, 2021 at 10 a.m. CST.

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Request for Quotes – Mississippi Department of Mental Health Consumer Satisfaction Survey

(Posted 3/12/21 – Now Expired)

The Bureau of Behavioral Health Services is responsible for the administration of state and federal funds utilized to develop, implement, and expand a comprehensive continuum of services for adults with serious mental illness and children with serious emotional disturbance. This includes crisis response as well as access to care and training to assist with the care and treatment of persons with Alzheimer’s disease/other dementia. DMH seeks to contract with a single vendor to assist the Bureau of Behavioral Health Services by conducting the Mississippi Department of Mental Health Consumer Satisfaction Survey to fulfill requirements of the Community Mental Health Services Block Grant (MHBG) award. A signed quote must be submitted on letterhead directly to Toni Johnson via email at Toni.Johnson@dmh.ms.gov by 10:00 A.M. CST on Wednesday, March 31, 2021.

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Request for Quotes – Mississippi Department of Mental Health Branch of Coordinated Care 988 Implementation Planning Consultant

(Posted 2/24/21 – Now Expired)

DMH partners with the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, which is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Currently, all calls are routed to local centers through a tollfree number, 1-800-273-TALK (8255). DMH has been awarded funding from Vibrant Emotional Health, the non-profit administrator of the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and the 988 State Planning Grant, to assist in planning for the implementation of a new, national, three-digit number for mental health crisis and suicide response, 988. When implemented, the new 988 number will be a direct three-digit line for a person in crisis to seek the help they need from trained National Suicide Prevention Lifeline counselors. The new 988 number will ensure mental health crisis and suicide prevention services are more easily accessible to everyone. Submit your signed quote on letterhead directly to Toni Johnson at the Department of Mental Health, 239 North Lamar St., Jackson, MS 39201 or via email at toni.johnson@dmh.ms.gov by 10 a.m. CST on Wednesday, March 10, 2021. Quotes received after this date and time will not be considered.

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Request for Quotes – Mississippi Department of Mental Health Bureau of Alcohol and Drug Addiction Services HIV/AIDS Media Campaign

(posted 12/16/20, Re-posted 01/08/21 – Now Expired)

The selected Media Firm will join in collaboration with the Department of Mental Health (DMH) and the Department of Health (DOH) in their efforts to end the HIV/AIDS epidemic in Mississippi. The selected Media Firm will be expected to carry out the following deliverables:

Develop a statewide targeted communication strategy to destigmatize HIV/AIDS, stop the spreadof HIV/AIDS, and increase awareness.
Utilize a science-based public health communication strategy to influence behavioral change in the State.
Inspire all Mississippians to create a stronger and healthier future by increasing the public’s understanding of rapid HIV testing and how to access needed services.

To submit a quote for this contract, please submit your signed quote on letterhead directly to Toni Johnson at the Department of Mental Health, 239 North Lamar St., Jackson, MS 39201 or via email at toni.johnson@dmh.ms.gov by 4:00 P.M. CST on Friday, January 15. Quotes received after this date and time will not be considered.

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Request for Quotes: Mississippi Department of Mental Health Respite Services for the Crossover XPand System of Care (SOC) Project

(Posted 10/21/20 – Now Expired)

The Mississippi Department of Mental Health (DMH) is seeking proposals to provide respite services for DMH’s Crossover XPand System of Care (SOC) project. DMH has received federal funding for the Crossover XPand SOC project from the Department of Health and Human Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), Center for Mental Health Services (CMHS). Respite services for the Crossover XPand SOC are to be provided in accordance with the approved Crossover XPand proposal. Respite is a service that relieves family members from care on a temporary or emergency basis for short periods of time. Respite care services are designed to offer families the opportunity for a break from caregiving responsibilities. Respite also provides a positive experience for the individual receiving care. Respite is a required activity of the grant. Quote Submission Deadline: Wednesday, November 4, 2020 5:00 p.m. CST.

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Invitation for Bids – Comprehensive Communication Campaign for Opioid Awareness

(Posted 10/16/20 – Now Expired)

The MS Department of Mental Health is seeking to establish a contract for a Comprehensive Communications Campaign for Opioid Awareness. The communications consultant engaged for providing the marketing campaign described herein will assist DMH and the key partner organizations of Stand Up, Mississippi by soliciting and securing media buys for digital, television, radio, outdoor, and print media statewide using specific messaging developed for Stand Up, Mississippi by their creative design firm. The primary goals of this effort are to improve public perception of people dealing with substance use disorder, strengthen policies for prevention and treatment, and promote statewide partnerships to combat the opioid crisis in Mississippi. CLOSING DATE AND TIME: Bids must be received by November 17, 2020 at 9:00 AM (CST)

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Request for Quotes: Bureau of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Medication Assistance Training

(Posted 6/24/20 – Now Expired)

DMH is seeking to engage with a consultant to create an eLearn training program to provide assistance with medication usage by non-licensed personnel. The training would consist of a two (2) part training program to be utilized by providers in the state who serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The consultant engaged for providing this eLearn training program will create and deliver training modules and a training manual. The training will need to consist of a live training component and a skills check. All course content will be approved by a Registered Nurse provided by DMH. To submit a quote for this contract, please submit your signed quote on letterhead directly to Toni Johnson at the Department of Mental Health, 239 North Lamar St., Jackson, MS 39201 or via email at toni.johnson@dmh.ms.gov by 9:00 A.M. CST on Tuesday, July 7, 2020. Quotes received after this date and time will not be considered.

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Request for Qualifications: Project Evaluation Services for Mississippi’s Response to COVID-19 Grant

(Posted 5/15/20 – Now Expired)

The Mississippi Department of Mental Health (DMH) seeks an independent contractor to provide project evaluation services for Mississippi’s Emergency Response to COVID-19 (MERC-19) project. DMH is utilizing a Competitive Sealed Qualifications Process to request and obtain Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from interested parties. DMH is seeking the best combination of price, experience and quality of service.

DMH receives federal funding for the MERC-19 project from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). MERC-19 grantees (states and sub-recipients) are required to report a series of data elements that will enable SAMHSA to determine the impact of the program on one’s acute or chronic mental health, substance use (including opioid use), and/or MAT needs; as well as determine the benefits of telehealth, teleMAT, and untraditional telecommunication allowances within the behavioral health treatment setting due to COVID-19. Submission deadline is May 22, 2020

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Request for Quotes: DMH Consumer Satisfaction Survey

(Posted 5/5/20 – Now Expired)

The Bureau of Behavioral Health Services is responsible for the administration of state and federal funds utilized to develop, implement and expand a comprehensive continuum of services for adults with serious mental illness and children with serious emotional disturbance. This includes crisis response as well as access to care and training to assist with the care and treatment of persons with Alzheimer’s disease/other dementia. DMH seeks to contract with a single vendor to assist the Bureau of Behavioral Health Services by conducting the Mississippi Department of Mental Health Consumer Satisfaction Survey to fulfill requirements of the Community Mental Health Services Block Grant (MHBG) award.

A signed quote must be submitted on letterhead directly to Toni Johnson via email at Toni.Johnson@dmh.ms.gov by 12:00 P.M. CST on Tuesday, May 19, 2020.

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INVITATION FOR BIDS: IFB Number: 3160003487, Inventory for Client and Agency Planning (ICAP) Administrative Services for the MS Department of Mental Health

(Posted 2/27/20 – Now Expired)

Notice of Intent to Award (Posted 4/3/20): The Mississippi Department of Mental Health has completed its review of bid submissions for IFB #:3160003487. The Inventory for Client and Agency Planning (ICAP) Administrative Services contract has been awarded to Maximus/Ascend Management Innovations, LLC. 840 Crescent Centre Dr., #400, Franklin, TN 37067-4667. Upon PPRB approval a contract in the amount of $327,000.00 will be executed with a contract term of 7-1-2020 through 6-30-2021. The contract is on file and available for public inspection in the office of the Chief Procurement Officer, Toni Johnson.
Amendment #1 IFB#: 3160003487 for Inventory for Client and Agency Planning (ICAP) Administrative Services for the MS Department of Mental Health (Posted 3/10/20) Dear Prospective Bidders: Reference is made to our Invitation for Bid #3160003487 for Inventory for Client and Agency Planning (ICAP) Administrative Services for the MS Department of Mental Health dated February 27, 2020. This letter will serve to acknowledge that the IFB is amended to include the attached pre-bid questions received from prospective bidders and the answers provided to them by the MS Department of Mental Health. All other terms, conditions, and specifications of this solicitation remain unchanged.
Amndment #2 IFB#: 3160003487 for Inventory for Client and Agency Planning (ICAP) Administrative Services for the MS Department of Mental Health (Posted 3/19/20) Dear Prospective Bidders: Reference is made to our Invitation for Bid #3160003487 for Inventory for Client and Agency Planning (ICAP) Administrative Services for the MS Department of Mental Health dated February 27, 2020. This letter will serve to acknowledge that the IFB is amended to include the highlighted changes to section 4.2 Bid Opening. All other terms, conditions, and specifications of this solicitation remain unchanged.
Amndment #3 IFB#: 3160003487 for Inventory for Client and Agency Planning (ICAP) Administrative Services for the MS Department of Mental Health (Posted 3/19/20) Reference is made to our Invitation for Bid #3160003487 for Inventory for Client and Agency Planning (ICAP) Administrative Services for the MS Department of Mental Health dated February 27, 2020. This letter will serve to acknowledge that the IFB is amended to include the highlighted changes to section 1.1 Bid Acceptance Period. All other terms, conditions, and specifications of this solicitation remain unchanged.

The MS Department of Mental Health is seeking to establish a contract for Inventory for Client and Agency Planning (ICAP) Administrative Services for the MS Department of Mental Health. The ICAP is used in resource allocation and level of care (LOC) determinations for the Intellectual Disabilities/Developmental Disabilities Waiver (ID/DD Waiver). The Department of Mental Health (DMH) uses the Inventory for Client and Agency Planning (ICAP) to assess and determine resource allocation and level of care determination (LOC) for people enrolled in and approved for enrollment in the ID/DD Waiver. One-third (1/3) of ID/DD Waiver participants will receive the ICAP for both resource allocation and level of care determination, one-third (1/3) of enrollees in each year will receive the ICAP for resource allocation. People being initially enrolled in the ID/DD Waiver will receive the ICAP for both resource allocation and level of care determination. The ICAP assessment tool is administered and scored as indicated in the ICAP Examiner’s Manual. The service level and service score are based on a combination of responses obtained from two (2) respondent(s) who have known and worked with the person on a routine basis for at least three (3) consecutive months. It is understood that any contract resulting from IFB: #3160003487: requires approval by the Mississippi Public Procurement Review Board Office of Personal Service Contract Review. If any contract resulting from IFB: #3160003487: is not approved by the Mississippi Public Procurement Review Board Office of Personal Service Contract Review, it is void and no payment shall be made. Bids must be received by March 31, 2020 at 9:00 AM (CST)

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Certified Crisis Telephone Services for the Mississippi Department of Mental Health After Hours Helpline and the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Network

(Published 10/22/19 – Now Expired)

Amendment #1 IFB#: 3160003244
December 9, 2019 – The Mississippi Department of Mental Health has completed its review of bid submissions for IFB #:3160003244. The Certified Crisis Telephone Services for the MS Department of Mental Health After Hours Helpline and The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Network contract has been awarded to CONTACT the Crisis Line, P.O. Box 5912, Jackson, MS 39296-5192. Upon PPRB approval a contract in the amount of $199,069.00 will be executed with a contract term of 1-9-2020 through 1-8-2021. The contract is on file and available for public inspection in the office of the Chief Procurement Officer, Toni Johnson.

The Mississippi Department of Mental Health is requesting sealed bids for free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. The DMH Helpline will require that services are provided: Monday – Friday 5:00 pm – 7:30 am CST; Saturday and Sunday – 24 hours of coverage and 24 hours of coverage on all state holidays. The Lifeline will require that services are provided: Monday – Sunday 24 hours of coverage and 24 hours of coverage on all state holidays. This will enhance the capacity of the DMH to provide a vital service to a significant portion of the population. Bids must be received by November 22, 2019, at 9 a.m. CST.

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Consumer Satisfaction Survey

(Published 06/25/19 – Now Expired)

DMH seeks to contract with a single vendor to assist the Bureau of Behavioral Health Services by conducting the Mississippi Department of Mental Health Consumer Satisfaction Survey to fulfill requirements of the Community Mental Health Services Block Grant (MHBG) award. The quote submission deadline is Tuesday, July 15, 2019 at 12 p.m. CST. A signed quote must be submitted on letterhead directly to Toni Johnson via email at Toni.Johnson@dmh.ms.gov by 12:00 P.M. CST on Tuesday, July 15, 2019.

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Employee Assistance Program

(Published 6/4/19 – Now Expired)

(Updated 06.25.19) This listing has been awarded to:
- MEA Cares, 308 Corporate Drive, Ridgeland, MS 39157
- Elleaner Harris, LLC, 405 Fontaine Place, Suite 101, Ridgeland, MS 39157
- The Counseling Center, 665 Highway 51 #D, Ridgeland, MS 39157

The Mississippi Department of Mental Health, Central Office seeks to contract with up to 3 vendors to provide contractual comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services for approximately 100 employees. Quote submission deadline is Wednesday, June 19, 2019 by 4 p.m. CST.

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Comprehensive Communication Campaign for Opioid Awareness

(Published 4/9/19 – Now Expired)

(Updated 6/7/19) The Comprehensive Communication Campaign for Opioid Awareness has been awarded to Fahrenheit Creative Group, LLC, 620 N. State Street, Suite 304, Jackson, MS 39202-3305. Upon PPRB approval a contract in the amount of $249,718.75 will be executed with a contract term of 7-11-19 through 9-29-20. The contract is on file and available for public inspection in the office of the Chief Procurement Officer, Toni Johnson.

The MS Department of Mental Health is seeking to establish a contract for a Comprehensive Communications Campaign for Opioid Awareness. The communications consultant engaged for providing the marketing campaign described herein will assist DMH and the key partner organizations of Stand Up, Mississippi by soliciting and securing media buys for digital, television,
radio, outdoor, and print media statewide using specific messaging developed for Stand Up, Mississippi by their creative design firm. The primary goals of this effort are to improve public perception of people dealing with substance use disorder, strengthen policies for prevention and treatment, and promote statewide partnerships to combat the opioid crisis in Mississippi. The bid package submission deadline is May 14, 2019, at 9 a.m. CST.

Please note: A bid for similar services was previously published by DMH earlier in 2019, but it was subsequently cancelled. Anyone who submitted a bid under the previous IFB is welcome to submit a bid package for this IFB.

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Funding Application Request – Crisis Stabilization Services, Children and Youth

March 21, 2019

The DMH Bureau of Behavioral Health Services is accepting funding applications for a Crisis Stabilization Unit for children and youth for FY 20 (July 1, 2019 – June 30, 2020). Eligible applicants include DMH/C and DMH/P certified providers of children and youth behavioral health services. Applications are due April 24, 2019 to Sandra Parks, Director of Children and Youth Services.

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Comprehensive Communication Campaign for Opioid Awareness

(Published 1/17/19)

IFB # 3160002871 for Comprehensive Communication Campaign for Opioid Awareness has been cancelled by the agency – 4/3/19

Prospective Bidders: Invitation for Bid #3160002711 for a Comprehensive Communication Campaign for Opioid Awareness dated January 17, 2019 has two (2) amendments. Amendment number one notes changes in the IFB procurement document. Amendment number two documents all pre bid questions and answers. All other terms, conditions, and specifications of this solicitation remain unchanged.

The Mississippi Department of Mental Health is seeking to establish a contract for a Comprehensive Communications Campaign for Opioid Awareness. The communications consultant engaged for providing the marketing campaign described herein will assist DMH and the key partner organizations of Stand Up, Mississippi by soliciting and securing media buys for digital, television, radio, outdoor, and print media statewide using specific messaging developed for Stand Up, Mississippi by their creative design firm. The primary goals of this effort are to improve public perception of people dealing with substance use disorder, strengthen policies for prevention and treatment, and promote statewide partnerships to combat the opioid crisis in Mississippi. The bid package submission deadline is February 20, 2019 at 9 a.m. CST.

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Project Evaluation Services for Mississippi’s State Opioid Response (SOR) Grant

(Published 1/16/19 – Now Expired)

DMH receives federal funding for the SOR project from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). SOR grantees (states and sub-recipients) are required to report a series of data elements that will enable SAMHSA to determine the impact of the program on opioid use, and opioid-related
morbidity and mortality. Grantees must report client-level data on elements including but not limited to: diagnosis, demographic characteristics, substance use, services received, types of MAT received; length of stay in treatment; employment status, criminal justice involvement, and housing. Data will be collected by grantees via a face-to-face interview at four data collection points: intake to services, three-month post-intake, six-month post-intake, and at discharge. Recipients will be expected to complete an interview on all clients in their specified unduplicated target number and are also expected to achieve a three-month follow-up rate of 80 percent and a six-month follow-up rate of 80 percent. Submission deadline is January 31, 2019.

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Family Leadership Services for the Crossover XPand System of Care Project

(Published 12/10/18 – Now Expired)

The MS Department of Mental Health (DMH) is seeking proposals to provide youth leadership services for DMH’s Crossover XPand System of Care (SOC) project. DMH will receive federal funding for the Crossover XPand SOC project from the Department of Health and Human Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), Center for Mental Health Services (CMHS).

The Crossover XPand SOC project is proposing to expand current and graduated System of Care (SOC) programs in two jurisdictions served by Pine Belt Mental Healthcare Resources and Weems Community Mental Health by prioritizing underserved children and youth who are involved in the child welfare/advocacy system and/or the juvenile justice system, referred to as “crossover youth,” and those at risk for becoming crossover youth, and their families. The priority children and youth will have a diagnosed serious emotional disorder (SED), co-occurring disorder (COD), or first episode of psychosis (FEP), be ages 3 -21, reside in Forrest, Jones, Lamar, Lauderdale, or Marion Counties in Mississippi, and be involved with child protection services and/or juvenile justice, or be at risk for involvement. Quote submission deadline is Thursday, January 3, 2019 at 4 p.m. CST.

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Communications Consultant for Bureau of Outreach and Planning

(This posting is now expired)

This procurement was cancelled.

While DMH shoulders significant responsibility for implementing the system, numerous agencies and organizations serve as invaluable partners in the statewide substance use awareness campaign known as Stand Up, Mississippi. The communications consultant engaged for providing the marketing campaign described herein will assist DMH and key partner organizations by soliciting and securing media buys for digital, television, radio, outdoor, and print media statewide using specific messaging developed for Stand Up, Mississippi by their creative design firm. Targeted audiences for this contract shall be working class, ages 24 – 55 in high-risk occupations, such as construction industry, food service industry, farming, transportation, accommodations, and any other high-risk occupation as determined by DMH. Quote submission deadline is November 6, 2018, 4 p.m. CST.

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Promotional Videos or Public Services Announcements for the Stand Up, Mississippi Campaign

(This posting is now expired)

This procurement was awarded to Mad Genius, Inc., 279 S. Perkins Street, Jackson, MS 39157 on November 9, 2018.

While DMH shoulders significant responsibility for implementing the system, numerous agencies and organizations serve as invaluable partners in the statewide substance use awareness campaign known as Stand Up, Mississippi. The consultant engaged for providing the marketing materials described herein will assist DMH and key partner organizations by developing two (2) – 30 second promotional videos or public service announcements for Stand Up, Mississippi. The consultant shall work with DMH outreach coordinator and media/marketing consultant firm to develop messaging and content for both videos. Quote submission deadline is November 6, 2018, 4 p.m. CST.

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Outdoor Billboard Placement for the Stand Up, Mississippi Campaign

(This posting is now expired)

This procurement was awarded to Lamar Advertising, 405 Country Place Parkway, Pearl, MS 39208, on November 9, 2018.

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Mainstream Broadcast Radio Commercials for the Stand Up, Mississippi Campaign

(This posting is now expired)

This procurement was awarded to MOR Network, 265 Highpoint Drive, Ridgeland, MS 39157, on November 9, 2018.

While DMH shoulders significant responsibility for implementing the system, numerous agencies and organizations serve as invaluable partners in the statewide substance use awareness campaign known as Stand Up, Mississippi. The consultant engaged for providing broadcast radio commercial placement for will assist DMH and key partner organizations by providing commercial placement on mainstream broadcast radio stations statewide. Consultant will use substance use awareness ads for the Stand Up, Mississippi campaign developed by DMH and media/marketing consultant firm. Quote submission deadline is November 6, 2018, 4 p.m. CST.

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Crisis Telephone Services for the DMH After Hours Help Line

(This posting is now expired)

This bid was awarded to CONTACT the Crisis Line, PO Box 5192, Jackson, MS 39296-5192, pending Public Procurement Review Board approval.

The Mississippi Department of Mental Health (DMH) will accept sealed bids for the purpose of identifying an experienced contractor to offer Certified Crisis Telephone Services for the MS Department of Mental Health After Hours Helpline and the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Network. This network of local crisis centers will provide free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. All sealed submissions are due on Friday, October 5, 2018 by 9:00 a.m. The opening of proposals will be Friday, October 5, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. Detailed specifications may be obtained by contacting Toni Johnson at 601-359-1288 or by viewing the attached IFB.

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Request for Quotes, Media Services

The Mississippi Department of Mental Health’s Bureau of Alcohol and Drug Services (BADS) is seeking to engage a communications consultant to continue the efforts of Stand Up, Mississippi – a statewide targeted communication strategy that shares critical information, tools and resources for stakeholders in ways that are readily accessible and compelling. The quote submission deadline is Wednesday, July 11, 2018 by 5 p.m. CST.

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Request for Quotes, Mississippi Department of Mental Health Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Services

(This RFQ is now expired)

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Request for Quotes, Certified Telephone Crisis Counseling Services for After Hours Helpline Calls

(This RFQ is now expired)

The Mississippi Department of Mental Health, Central Office seeks to contract with a vendor to provide Certified Telephone Crisis Counselors to answer the DMH Helpline and DMH Main number calls received by the agency after normal hours of operation. A signed quote must be submitted on letterhead directly to Mrs. Toni Johnson via email at Toni.Johnson@dmh.ms.gov by 5 p.m. CST on Wednesday, June 6, 2018.

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Request for Quotes, Consumer Satisfaction Survey

(Expired)

The Bureau of Community Services (BCS) within the Department of Mental Health is responsible for the administration of state and federal funds utilized to develop, implement and expand a comprehensive continuum of services for adults with serious mental illness and children with serious emotional disturbance. This includes crisis response as well as access to care and training to assist with the care and treatment of persons with Alzheimer’s disease/other dementia.

DMH seeks to contract with a single vendor to assist the BCS by conducting the Mississippi Department of Mental Health Consumer Satisfaction Survey to fulfill requirements of the Community Mental Health Services Block Grant (MHBG) award. The quote submission deadline is Tuesday, May 1, 2018 by 5 p.m. CST.

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Invitation for Bids, Compliance Monitoring for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Final Rule Regarding HCBS Settings

(Revised 4/4/18)

The MS Department of Mental Health (DMH) seeks to contract with one vendor as an independent contractor to serve as interviewers to determine ID/DD Waiver and IDD Community Support Program provider compliance with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) issued regulations (Final Rule). The CMS regulations issued in March, 2014, were designed to ensure people receiving long-term services and supports through home and community based services (HCBS) programs have full access to the benefits of community living and the opportunity to receive services in the most integrated setting. Bids must be received by 4 p.m., April 20, 2018. Click here for supplemental questions regarding this IFB and DMH responses.

The Mississippi Department of Mental Health’s Invitation for Bids (#3160002155) for Compliance Monitoring for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Final Rule Regarding HCBS Settings closed on May 2, 2018. The contract was awarded to Public Consulting Group, 148 State Street Tenth Floor, Boston, Massachusetts 02109.

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Invitation for Bids, Compliance Monitoring for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Final Rule Regarding HCBS Settings

(Revised 4/4/18)

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Request for Proposals, CMS Final Rule Assessment

(Update 3/9/18 – This RFP has been cancelled)

The Mississippi Department of Mental Health (DMH) will accept sealed proposals for the purpose of identifying an experienced contractor to assess DMH Certified Providers for compliance with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) issued regulations (Final Rule). These regulations are designed to ensure people receiving long-term services and supports through home and community based services (HCBS) programs have full access to the benefits of community living and the opportunity to receive services in the most integrated setting. All sealed submissions are due on Friday, March 23, 2018 by 4:00 p.m. The opening of proposals will be Monday, March 26, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. Detailed specifications may be obtained by contacting Toni Johnson at 601-359-1288 or toni.johnson@dmh.ms.gov, or at 239 North Lamar St. Suite 1101, Jackson, MS 39201.

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Request for Proposals, ICAP Administration

(Update 3/9/18 – This RFP has been cancelled)

The Mississippi Department of Mental Health will accept sealed proposals for the purpose of identifying an experienced contractor to administer the Inventory for Client and Agency Planning (ICAP). The ICAP will be used in resource allocation and level of care determinations for the Intellectual Disabilities/Developmental Disabilities Waiver. All sealed submissions are due on Friday, March 23, 2018 by 4:00 p.m. The opening of proposals will be Monday, March 26, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. Detailed specifications may be obtained by contacting Toni Johnson at 601-359-1288 or toni.johnson@dmh.ms.gov, or at 239 North Lamar St. Suite 1101, Jackson, MS 39201.

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Request for Qualifications, Data Analyst Technical Position

(This RFQ is now expired)

The contract worker position of Data Analyst is housed within DMH’s Bureau of Administration in the Division of Information Systems. The contract worker will report directly to DMH’s Chief Information Officer. The resume submission deadline is Friday, March 9, 2018 at 5 p.m. CST.

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Request for Qualifications, Outreach Coordinator for the Mississippi State Targeted Opioid (mSTOP) Project

(This RFQ is now expired)

The contract worker position for the Outreach Coordinator for the MS State Targeted Opioid (mSTOP) project is housed within DMH’s Bureau of Alcohol and Drug Services (BADS). BADS is responsible for the administration of state and federal funds utilized in the prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of people with substance abuse problems. The resume submission deadline is Friday, March 9, 2018 at 5 p.m. CST.

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Youth Leadership Services for the Crossover XPand System of Care (SOC) Project

(This RFQ is now expired)

The Mississippi Department of Mental Health (DMH) seeks to contract with one vendor as an independent contractor to provide youth leadership services for DMH’s Crossover XPand System of Care (SOC) project. The Crossover XPand SOC project is proposing to expand current and graduated System of Care (SOC) programs in two jurisdictions served by Pine Belt Mental Healthcare Resources and Weems Community Mental Health by prioritizing underserved children and youth who are involved in the child welfare/advocacy system and/or the juvenile justice system, referred to as “crossover youth,” and those at risk for becoming crossover youth, and their families. The quote deadline submission is Friday, January 5, 2018. (Revised 1/3/18)

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Request for Quotes, Enhancements and Support Services for the DataGadget System within the Bureau of Alcohol and Drug Services

(This RFQ is now expired)

DMH seeks to contract with a single vendor to assist the Bureau of Alcohol and Drugs by providing enhancements and supports for the DataGadget system. The system provides treatment and prevention data for people receiving services through community mental health centers and private providers throughout the State of Mississippi. The quote submission deadline is Friday, December 29, 2017 by 5 p.m. CST

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Request for Quotes, Bureau of Community Services Consumer Satisfaction Survey

(This RFQ is now expired)

DMH seeks to contract with a single vendor to assist the Bureau of Community Services by conducting the Mississippi Department of Mental Health’s Consumer Satisfaction Survey. Completion of these surveys fulfills requirements of the Community Mental Health Services Block Grant (MHBG) award. The quote submission deadline is Thursday, October 19 by 5 p.m. CST.

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Request for Proposals – Crossover XPand and SOC Evaluation

(This RFP is now expired)

The Mississippi Department of Mental Health will accept sealed Request for Proposals for the purpose of contracting with an agency to provide evaluation services for DMH’s Crossover XPand System of Care (SOC) project. These services would assist with the overall guidance of evaluation and data collection concerning Mississippi’s at risk and crossover youth. Project Evaluation services must meet all applicable state and federal requirements for cross-site evaluation, local evaluation, and reporting. All sealed submissions are due on Friday, September 15, 2017 by 4:00 p.m. The opening of proposals will be Monday, September 18, 2017 at 8:00 a.m. Detailed specifications may be obtained by contacting Toni Johnson at 601-359-6244 or toni.johnson@dmh.ms.gov, or at 239 North Lamar St. Suite 1101, Jackson, MS 39201.

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