RFP - OREGON ALLIANCE TO PREVENT SUICIDE STAFFING AND CULTURALLY SPECIFIC PROGRAMMING

The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is soliciting proposals for one or more contractors to provide coordination services for the Oregon Alliance to Prevent Suicide and support culturally specific suicide prevention grantees. The contract is a firm fixed-price personal/professional services agreement governed by Oregon state procurement standards, with performance expected primarily in Salem, Oregon. The work scope includes delivering specified services and outcomes detailed in Exhibit A, with a strong focus on meeting well-defined implementation goals, coordination activities, and evaluation services tailored to suicide prevention initiatives, especially within culturally specific populations. Proposals are evaluated based on technical merit, with emphasis on organizational capacity and service implementation (75 points), coordination efforts (50 points), and culturally specific evaluation services (50 points), supplemented by budget and reference checks for a total of 149 points. The award will be made through a trade-off process prioritizing both technical quality and cost, excluding an LPTA approach. The contract requires strict adherence to confidentiality and security standards, including compliance with regulations concerning Social Security Administration records, Federal Tax Information, and Criminal Justice Information Services, mandating background checks, training, and safeguarding of sensitive data. Contractors and any subcontractors must comply with these provisions, and OHA retains audit and oversight rights. Submission requirements call for a detailed technical proposal, budget narrative, and numerous supporting affidavits and certifications, with electronic submission via OregonBuys by May 14, 2026. The contract includes customizable fields for term dates and pricing, indicating it is likely a standardized template pending finalization based on selected proposals. Payment is processed through Electronic Funds Transfer, and contractors must supply pertinent banking and administrative details. Overall, this contract emphasizes a collaborative, secure, and outcomes-driven partnership to advance statewide suicide prevention through culturally informed coordination and evaluation efforts.