The Florida Behavioral Health Association

The Florida Department of Health's Office of Children’s Medical Services is seeking to partner with the Florida Behavioral Health Association to host the Annual Behavioral Health Association Conference. This event aims to enhance the knowledge and skills of pediatric providers, regional behavioral health hubs, and community mental health professionals by offering workshops and training sessions focused on behavioral health topics. The conference will showcase the Florida Pediatric Behavioral Health Collaborative model, feature insights from pediatric medical and behavioral health experts, and facilitate networking opportunities among community behavioral health partners. The primary goal is to identify resources, referral pathways, and foster community, regional, and state partnerships to address the challenges and sustainability of the pediatric behavioral health system. The contract involves a single-source purchase of workshop services related to behavioral health, with a projected value between $50,000 and $200,000. The solicitation, posted under number AD-09108 on May 16, 2024, emphasizes the importance of collaboration to improve pediatric behavioral health services across Florida. The designated contact for this procurement is Chris Lowery, reachable via email at [email hidden] or by phone at [phone hidden]. The initiative aligns with regulatory provisions under Chapter 60A-1.045 of the Florida Administrative Code and aims to strengthen community and regional efforts in behavioral health care.