Georgia Apex Program 3.0

The Georgia Apex Program 3.0 is a state-supported initiative administered by the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) to provide school-based mental health services targeting children and adolescents across Georgia. This program integrates therapists and paraprofessionals into local schools through partnerships with Tier 1 and Tier 2 community-based mental health providers, offering a multi-tiered behavioral health support system directly during the school day. The program’s primary aims are early detection of behavioral health issues, enhanced access to mental health resources for youth, and improved coordination between community mental health providers and school districts. To assess the program’s effectiveness and offer ongoing technical assistance, DBHDD contracts with Georgia State University’s Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health and Wellbeing. The solicitation for the Georgia Apex Program 3.0 (number 44100-DBH0000644) was posted on March 3, 2026, with a response deadline of April 15, 2026. It is open to organizations classified under State and Local Government (SLED) and focuses on service delivery within Georgia. The contract documentation includes requirements for tax compliance and adherence to general contract provisions such as compliance with Georgia state laws and minority business participation policies. The program underscores thorough administrative oversight and emphasizes accurate submission of tax-related information to facilitate eligibility and contract award. Primary contact for the solicitation is Cheryl Davis, reachable via DBHDD’s designated email for solicitations.