Southeast Behavioral Health Clinic Crisis Drop-in and Stabilization Unit

The contract involves establishing and operating a no more than 15-bed sub-acute Crisis Drop-In and Stabilization Unit for individuals with mental health and/or substance use disorders in Fargo, North Dakota. Managed by the North Dakota Department of Human Services, the project requires a vendor to provide 24/7 crisis stabilization services, including residential care, medication management, and nursing services, with detailed cost proposals supporting monthly projections and hourly nursing rates. The procurement emphasizes compliance with state laws, federal confidentiality and accessibility standards, and adherence to policies outlined in the unit’s operational manual. The contract is a firm fixed-price arrangement, with a performance period from January 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and includes options for renewal. Evaluation criteria prioritize understanding of scope, experience, management plan, and cost, with a total of 100 points available. The contractual framework is governed by state law, administrative codes, and specific policies, with no incorporation of standard federal FAR clauses. The agreement stipulates that the State may inspect the contractor’s facilities, review work for compliance, and approve key personnel changes. Confidentiality, HIPAA compliance, and system security are mandatory, with detailed requirements for medication labeling, storage, and disposal—though no bar-coding or MIL-STD standards are specified. Administrative procedures specify that payments are made monthly upon submission of approved reimbursement requests, with the primary contact being Rebecca Bonde. Proposal submissions must be made electronically through the State’s SPO Online portal by September 19, 2025, in separate labeled files, with strict size and format restrictions, and no late submissions accepted. Overall, the contract emphasizes compliance, quality assurance, and transparent evaluation to ensure effective service delivery in line with state policies and community needs.