High-Acuity Youth Mental Health Treatment Services

The contract seeks qualified providers to deliver comprehensive clinical services to high-acuity youth under the jurisdiction of the Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice, with services centered on evidence-based practices and Medicaid-reimbursable models. Core responsibilities include developing individualized treatment plans, providing therapeutic interventions, managing psychiatric medications, and systematically tracking clinical outcomes to ensure quality and compliance. Services must be delivered in Frankfort and align with state and federal standards for behavioral health care in juvenile justice settings, with a focus on measurable improvement in youth functioning and reduced recidivism. This subcontract opportunity is posted under NAICS code 621399 for other mental health services, with a response deadline of July 22, 2026, and a posting date of July 6, 2026. There is no specified set-aside classification, and the contract does not designate a point of contact or detailed address information beyond the place of performance in Frankfort. Interested parties must submit proposals through the Kentucky Vendor Self-Service portal at the provided link, ensuring full compliance with Medicaid billing requirements and clinical documentation standards necessary for reimbursement. Participation requires demonstrated experience in treating complex youth mental health conditions within correctional or state-funded systems.