25RFP132715A-BKJ Co-Responder Program -Platform

The contract involves a partnership between Fulton County, Georgia, and the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office to implement the Co-Responder Program (CoRe), which aims to support adults experiencing behavioral health crises, particularly those affected by substance use disorder and co-occurring mental health conditions. The program focuses on equipping first responders with training and resources to administer FDA-approved opioid overdose reversal medications, manage crisis situations through de-escalation techniques, and facilitate warm handoffs to community-based treatment and support services that are culturally competent and timely. The initiative seeks to improve response effectiveness, reduce overdose fatalities, and connect individuals to comprehensive care. The solicitation, identified as 25RFP132715A-BKJ, was posted on April 16, 2025, with a response deadline of April 30, 2025. The contract is valued between $500,000 and $2,000,000 and falls under the NAICS code 621330, which pertains to outpatient mental health and substance abuse treatment centers. The project is managed by the Fulton County Purchasing Department, with primary contact being Brian Jones, reachable via email or phone. The program emphasizes a coordinated approach to crisis intervention, leveraging training, resources, and community partnerships to address behavioral health emergencies effectively across Fulton County.