RFP J28006 ADULT SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT SVC, FIFTH CIRCUIT

The Department of Judiciary for the State of Hawaii is soliciting proposals under RFP J28006 to establish a comprehensive, evidence-based continuum of adult substance abuse treatment services within the Fifth Circuit. The primary objective is to provide court-ordered adults with a range of services, including substance abuse assessments, education, motivational enhancement, and various treatment modalities such as outpatient, intensive outpatient, day, residential treatment, and therapeutic living programs. The goal is to equip offenders with strategies and skills to achieve long-term abstinence and reduce re-offending behaviors. The initial period of performance is set from July 1, 2027, to June 30, 2029, with a possible two-year extension based on funding availability and satisfactory performance. The contract is subject to the availability of state and federal funds, and applicants must propose their own funding estimates using form SPOH-205. Award recommendations are based on a 100-point evaluation process conducted in three phases, focusing on proposal requirements, the application, and a final recommendation. Key requirements include the use of certified substance abuse counselors per Hawaii Revised Statutes, adherence to American Society for Addiction Medicine Patient Placement Criteria, and the maintenance of a detailed quality assurance plan. Providers must also comply with Title VI for limited English proficiency and ADA standards for facilities. Monitoring will involve periodic onsite visits, document reviews, and the submission of quarterly and year-end reports. All proposals must be submitted via the HiePRO portal by the specified deadline.