Bloomington Community Brain Helath Services (BCBHS) Program Evaluation

The City of Bloomington is soliciting proposals for the Bloomington Community Brain Health Services (BCBHS) Program Evaluation, a 24-month project designed to implement an equity-informed prospective evaluation of the BCBHS program. The selected external evaluator will assess program structure and participant outcomes from enrollment through completion and sustained follow-up, focusing on mental health improvements, care needs, and the impact on acute-care use. Key deliverables include a rigorous evaluation plan, monthly check-ins, quarterly progress briefs, a sustainability package with reusable tools, and actionable recommendations for program improvement. The project is structured in four phases: planning (months 1-3), implementation (months 4-15), analysis (months 12-23), and final handoff (month 24). The current available funding for this effort is 49,900 dollars, though additional funding is likely. Proposals are due by November 5, 2026, at 11:00 AM and must be submitted electronically via the Bids and Tenders portal. Evaluation is based on the scope of work and deliverables (30%), experience and references (10%), and the project team (5%). The successful vendor will sign a Professional Services Agreement and must comply with the City's prevailing wage, ADA requirements, and the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act. Payments will be made via monthly invoices and processed within 30 days.