25-06051-P-CP Mental Health Services

The Atlanta Public Schools (APS) is issuing a competitive solicitation to select qualified vendors capable of providing comprehensive mental health services across its district’s 15 schools. The contract, titled "25-06051-P-CP Mental Health Services," aims to establish a partnership for delivering weekly in-school mental health counseling, assessment, and support tailored to students' needs, with an initial term of one year and options for up to four renewal years. The procurement emphasizes compliance with local, state, and federal laws, including APS policies, Georgia statutes, and federal regulations, and incorporates numerous mandatory affidavits and certifications related to employment eligibility, non-discrimination, and legal compliance. The evaluation process prioritizes vendor qualifications, experience with large school districts, service methodology, and cost, with proposals assessed in two phases—initial scoring based on written submissions and subsequent presentations or interviews for shortlisted candidates. The process is designed to ensure the selection of responsible, experienced providers capable of delivering high-quality, culturally competent mental health services, with APS reserving the right to make multiple awards and negotiate terms as necessary. The solicitation details strict submission procedures via an online Bonfire portal, requiring comprehensive responses to specified forms and attachments, including affirmation, reference, inclusion, and compliance affidavits, along with a detailed cost proposal. Proposals must be received by 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time on August 19, 2025, with late submissions disallowed. The contract stipulates FOB destination delivery, with services performed on APS premises, and emphasizes the importance of background checks, security protocols, and personnel qualifications, including licensure and experience. Additionally, the contract incorporates specific APS policies such as drug-free zones, record retention rights, and termination clauses, while ensuring vendors adhere to equal opportunity, non-collusion, and conflict of interest requirements. Overall, the procurement seeks experienced, credentialed mental health providers committed to delivering equitable, effective support within the district’s educational environment under clearly defined legal, operational, and administrative conditions.