Licensed Dietitian for MDH Secure Evaluation & Therapeutic Treatment (SETT)

The Maryland Department of Health is seeking to establish a contract with a licensed dietitian to deliver nutritional and dietary care at the Secure Evaluation & Therapeutic Treatment (SETT) facility in Hagerstown, MD. The service involves on-site dietary support for developmentally disabled adults with dual diagnoses, including mental health conditions, in a secure forensic residential environment. The contract is scheduled for approximately ten months, beginning around December 10, 2025, and concluding in October 2026, with a total of 880 service hours (20 hours weekly). The scope encompasses clinical assessments, dietary planning, documentation, staff training, and compliance with federal and state regulations, including HIPAA, infection control, and COVID-19 protocols. The work requires adherence to Maryland licensing standards, with mandatory background checks, insurance coverage, and security clearances, emphasizing high-quality, compliant care. The procurement process is formalized through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) with a maximum contract value of $50,000. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation demonstrating experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, valid Maryland dietitian licensure, and appropriate insurance coverage. The bid submission deadline is December 3, 2025, and responses must be submitted electronically via email or through the eMaryland Marketplace Advantage portal; hard copies and faxes are not accepted. The contract includes specific special requirements such as maintaining security clearances, signing confidentiality agreements, and ensuring personnel meet qualification standards. Additionally, offerors must disclose any conflicts of interest, debarments, or criminal convictions through sworn affidavits, and certify compliance with laws related to minority business participation, investments in Iran, and conflict minerals. The service performance is monitored by a designated Contract Monitor, with responsibilities including timely assessments, progress reporting, and adherence to quality standards, although explicit inspection and acceptance procedures are not detailed. Overall, the contract aims to ensure qualified, compliant dietary services in a sensitive, secure environment for a vulnerable population.