RFI-523-2600000014-2 | DJJ- High Acuity Mental Health Treatment Model

The Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice is seeking proposals under solicitation RFI-523-2600000014-2 for the implementation of a High Acuity Mental Health Treatment Model designed to address the complex behavioral health needs of justice-involved youth. This initiative aims to establish a specialized, evidence-based treatment framework that provides intensive, trauma-informed mental health services within a structured clinical environment. The program will target juveniles requiring a higher level of care than traditional juvenile justice settings can offer, with an emphasis on stabilization, therapeutic intervention, and reintegration planning. Proposals must detail clinical protocols, staffing qualifications, facility requirements, and outcome measurement strategies aligned with state and national best practices in youth mental health. Responses are due by July 15, 2026, and should be submitted through the Kentucky Virtual Solicitation System at the provided online portal. All proposals must demonstrate capacity to operate within the designated location in Frankfort, Kentucky, and must include detailed plans for coordination with state agencies, family engagement, continuity of care upon release, and compliance with confidentiality and regulatory standards. Sara Briggs of the Department of Juvenile Justice serves as the primary point of contact for questions and further information regarding the solicitation, with technical support available through the listed phone number. The agency seeks qualified providers who can deliver consistent, high-quality care while advancing systemic improvements in juvenile mental health outcomes across the state.