CSHS Group Peer Support

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services is issuing a solicitation to select two additional providers to deliver Family Peer Support services for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs, under the project titled "CSHS Group Peer Support." The procurement, posted on September 17, 2025, with a response deadline of October 15, 2025, seeks proposals from qualified offerors, emphasizing compliance with federal and state regulations, including registration with SAM.gov, obtaining a Unique Entity ID, and completing federal forms such as NDA889. The contract size is estimated between 500,000 and 1,500,000 dollars, and the services are to be performed within Montana. Offerors must submit detailed proposals through the state's electronic procurement system (eMACS), including business information, scope, qualifications, cost proposals, budgets, and certifications, with specific instructions and resources provided for submission. Key contractual and compliance requirements include adherence to Montana statutes on nondiscrimination and equal pay, certification of non-discrimination against firearms entities, and the submission of affidavits for confidential information if applicable. Federal funding involvement mandates registration with SAM.gov, the presence of a Unique Entity ID, and completion of federal forms. Insurance and contract exception requests must be reviewed and submitted via designated forms before the deadline. While the solicitation emphasizes mandatory requirements and certifications, it does not specify explicit FAR clauses or detailed inspection, acceptance, or delivery schedules; instead, the performance is expected within Montana, with no explicit performance period or delivery timeline provided. The proposal evaluation will primarily consider compliance with mandatory requirements, certifications, and the inclusion of bonus points for certifying compliance with the state's equal pay order, with the final award based on the highest scoring compliant proposal. Offerors are advised to review all attachments, including the scope, qualifications, and budget worksheets, and ensure all certifications and registrations are completed accurately to be considered for award.