IDARNG BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CASE MANAGEMENT

a. This is a Sources Sought announcement for market research and planning purposes. This is not a Request for Proposals. It does not constitute a solicitation and shall not be construed as a commitment by the government. Responses in any form are not offers and the government is under no obligation to award a contract as a result of this announcement. No funds are available to pay for preparation of responses to this announcement. Any information submitted by respondents to this announcement is strictly voluntary. Responses will not be returned to the responder. Not responding to this notice does not preclude participation in any future request for quote (RFQ), invitation for Bid (IFB) or Request for Proposal (RFP), if issued. If a solicitation is released it will be synopsized on the government-wide point of entry (GPE). It is the responsibility of potential offerors to monitor the GPE for additional information pertaining to this requirement. The Idaho National Guard is conducting market research to garner interest and the capabilities of small business firms. This requirement is not limited to only small business firms. All eligible contractors are welcome to submit their information and credentials. b. Scope: The Idaho Army National Guard (IDARNG) Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Program Office has a requirement for contractor support to manage all aspects of a Behavior Health program designed to identify service members and families eligible for support and provide them with information on available benefits and connect them with sources of support/services. The performance work statement (PWS) reflects existing National Guard Bureau policies, regulations and assessment measures. The PWS is attached for your reference needs. The Contractor shall perform all functions necessary to develop and implement programs to identify and provide services to Service Members and their family members, to inform and educate them on available programs at the national, state and local levels and develop information on improving program effectiveness and offerings. Special emphasis is on: Providing a behavior health resource to Service Members of all Reserve Components and their Families in order to provide a stable and contiguous care service with the ability to travel and perform teletherapy services to cover the large geographically dispersed state. The contractor shall manage all aspects of the development and management the program processes, materials, events, training and tracking and reporting. Contractor shall perform data / trend analysis on data gathered from program clients and sources of potential community service providers for use in developing recommendations on improvements to processes, and evaluating effectiveness of programs. Special focus is on the status of post-deployment/military Veterans at the three, five and eight year mark to capture information on their progress with reintegration, effectiveness of previously provided services and any current support needed. All plans, reports, training materials and program handouts shall be reviewed and approved by the IDNG State Family Program Director or designated Government Official prior to release / use. Core work hours are from 0730 to 1630 Monday thru Friday. Special Requirements include but are not limited to Service Contract Act, HIPAA training, Privacy Act training, and insurance. Contractor shall demonstrate knowledge of the following programs: Family Readiness Program (AR/NGB 600-12); Suicide Prevention and Awareness Programs; Resiliency programs; Sexual Harassment Assault Response and Prevention Programs. c. Set asides and codes: The project is classified through the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) under code 561330 Professional Employer Organizations with a size standard of $27,500,000. d. The Government anticipates awarding a firm fixed priced contract. e. The estimated period of performance is ONE (1) base period and up to ONE (1) option periods, not to exceed TWO (2) years and SIX (6) months. The estimated start date is no later than September 30, 2019 f. This acquisition will result in a single fixed price contract. g. A bidders list will not be generated from replies to this announcement. Contractors will not automatically receive the Solicitation package as a result of replying to this announcement. h. A pre-solicitation announcement will eventually be publicized at the Federal Business Opportunities website. An announcement is tentatively scheduled for July, 2019. Contractors are responsible for monitoring the website for the pre-solicitation announcement and for any posted changes or amendments. i. The government does not anticipate to address questions under this Sources Sought Synopsis. j. Attachments include: Performance Work Statement; Wage Determination online 2015-5503. k. If your organization has the potential capacity to perform these contract services, please provide the following information: 1) Organization name, address, email address, Web site address, telephone number, and size and type of ownership for the organization; and 2) Tailored capability statements addressing the particulars of this effort, with appropriate documentation supporting claims of organizational and staff capability. If significant subcontracting or teaming is anticipated in order to deliver technical capability, organizations should address the administrative and management structure of such arrangements. Respondents must clearly identify their business size and eligibility under the NAICS identified in paragraph (c). Submit responses through Federal Business Opportunities electronic submission to this announcement. No emails will be accepted. The Government is neither committed nor obligated to pay for the information provided, and no basis for claims against the Government shall arise as a result of response to this Sources Sought.