Consumer and Consumer Support Technical Assistance Center

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration under the Department of Health and Human Services is seeking to establish a national Technical Assistance Center focused on advancing priority mental health initiatives of regional and national importance. This center will deliver and coordinate technical assistance through courses, seminars, workshops, and cohort-based support to enhance the capacity of organizations serving individuals with serious mental illness. Efforts will center on strengthening organizational readiness and sustainability for mental health providers, expanding the integration of the peer workforce across behavioral health, physical health, homelessness services, and justice-related systems, and equipping non-behavioral health providers to effectively engage peers with lived experience. The program also emphasizes collaboration with emerging partners such as faith-based and community-based organizations to reach underserved populations and broaden the impact of mental health support. The solicitation titled Consumer and Consumer Support Technical Assistance Center, identified by number SM-26-017, was posted on July 7, 2026, with a response deadline of July 31, 2026. This federal opportunity is open to eligible applicants seeking to lead a national initiative aimed at transforming mental health service delivery through capacity building and workforce innovation. All proposals must align with the goals of elevating peer support as a core component of integrated care systems and ensuring sustainable, scalable solutions across diverse service environments. Questions and communications regarding the solicitation should be directed to Rachel Bailey, the Content Administrator, at the designated email and phone number provided.