Deflection Peer Delivered Services

Washington County, Oregon, is seeking a single qualified provider to deliver peer-delivered substance use disorder services for the Washington County Deflection Program. The contract period runs from July 1, 2027, to June 30, 2032, with an initial one-year term and options to renew for up to five years. The primary objective is to reduce criminal justice involvement by redirecting individuals toward community-based treatment and recovery supports using nationally recognized deflection pathways. Key deliverables include providing at least two peer case managers, including one Spanish-speaking outreach peer, and a supervisor to participate in weekly operations meetings and court arraignments. The selected provider must adhere to SAMHSA core competencies and ensure services are recovery-oriented, voluntary, relationship-focused, and trauma-informed. Strict compliance with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 for participant confidentiality is required, along with mandatory insurance coverages including professional, cyber, and physical abuse and molestation liability. Proposals are due by October 16, 2026, and will be evaluated based on service quality, experience, and compliance. The contract is governed by Oregon public contracting statutes and requires adherence to federal non-discrimination laws and the Americans with Disabilities Act.