Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC)

The contract supports the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services in delivering Technical Assistance to states participating in the base-year planning phase of the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic Demonstration. The goal is to bolster state capacity through expert contractor support aimed at preparing for CCBHC implementation, ensuring alignment with federal requirements and promoting equitable access to integrated behavioral health services. This effort is critical for laying the groundwork for successful demonstration rollout across participating states. The work falls under NAICS code 541720, indicating specialized scientific and technical consulting services, and is managed by CMS through its Office of the Secretary. Point of contact for program-related inquiries is Hamilton Johns, while Deborah Lester serves as the Contracting Officer. Although specific deliverables, duration, or funding levels are not detailed, the scope centers exclusively on planning-phase support, with no information provided regarding set-asides, location restrictions, or anticipated award timelines. The forecast status suggests this is a preliminary indicator of upcoming procurement activity rather than an active solicitation.