SPF PFS Evaluation

The District of Columbia’s Behavioral Health department has posted a forecast for a potential contract titled SPF PFS Evaluation, scheduled for release in July 2026. This anticipated procurement is aimed at securing an independent evaluator to assess the outcomes and performance of a Pay for Success initiative focused on behavioral health services. The contract will require a qualified entity to design and implement a rigorous evaluation framework that measures the effectiveness, efficiency, and impact of the program against predefined metric targets, ensuring accountability and evidence-based decision-making. While solicitation details are not yet finalized, the evaluation will likely involve data collection, analysis, reporting, and stakeholder engagement across multiple service providers and community partners within the District. The contract will be awarded to a single evaluator with demonstrated expertise in social impact evaluation, behavioral health outcomes, and Pay for Success models. The selected evaluator must possess strong methodological capabilities, including experience with longitudinal data, quasi-experimental designs, and cost-benefit analysis. Performance will be tied to deliverables such as interim and final reports, statistical validity, and adherence to timelines and ethical standards. The place of performance and office details are not yet specified, but work is expected to be conducted primarily within the District of Columbia, aligning with local behavioral health priorities. Although the solicitation number, NAICS code, and set-aside status have not been released, interested parties should monitor the official portal for updates as the procurement process advances toward a formal solicitation.