RFP J28015 Mental Health Assessment Services, First Circuit

The Department of Judiciary for the State of Hawaii is soliciting proposals under RFP J28015 to provide professional mental health assessment services for adolescents within the juvenile justice system in the First Circuit. The primary objective is to identify behavioral health issues, evaluate the severity of mental health or substance use disorders, and guide court interventions and case planning for juveniles referred by the Juvenile Client Services Branch of the Family Court. These services are specifically intended for adolescents who lack eligibility for other state agency services or private insurance. The contractor must utilize validated, standardized, and objective instruments to conduct biopsychosocial and family function evaluations, delivering detailed reports that include diagnostic impressions and recommendations to reduce recidivism and improve life circumstances. The contract is scheduled for an initial term from July 1, 2027, to June 30, 2029, with a possible two-year extension based on funding and performance. Award selection follows a three-phase evaluation process focusing on proposal requirements and application quality. Contractors are required to submit monthly invoices, which will be reduced by any third-party payments received from sources such as Hawaii Quest or private insurance. Key deliverables include the mental health assessment reports and quarterly and year-end summaries tracking unduplicated clients served and the timeliness of report delivery. Applicants must demonstrate the ability to supervise and train staff, maintain a quality assurance plan, and ensure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and language access requirements for limited English proficient persons. Financial proposals must be submitted using Form SPOH-205 for fiscal years 2028 and 2029. All submissions must be processed electronically through the HIEPRO system by the December 3, 2026, deadline. Legal requirements include maintaining good standing with the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs and obtaining tax clearance from the IRS and the Hawaii State Department of Taxation for contracts valued at 25,000 dollars or more.