RFP 2027-2000-0098 Statewide Behavioral Health Services

The State of Alaska Department of Corrections is seeking qualified providers to deliver in‑person and limited telehealth behavioral health services to individuals in custody across all 13 state correctional facilities. Up to four contracts may be awarded, each covering a portion of the total need for 21 full‑time Mental Health Clinicians (MHCs). Providers must have at least five years of experience staffing behavioral health services in correctional settings and will be responsible for on‑site clinical care, coordination with facility staff, and occasional telehealth sessions. Proposals are due 20 Oct 2026; questions must be submitted by 9 Oct 2026. The award is expected by late October 2026, with contract start dates to be set by the department. • 13 statewide correctional facilities (varied capacities, including acute and sub‑acute psychiatric units) • Minimum 2, maximum 4 contracts; total need of 21 full‑time MHCs (≈ 37.5‑40 hrs/week) • Services: direct clinical care, crisis intervention, coordination, limited tele‑behavioral health • Required experience: ≥5 years providing behavioral health staffing in correctional environments • Proposal deadline: 20 Oct 2026 2:00 PM AKST; questions due 9 Oct 2026 • Award notice expected 26 Oct 2026; contract issuance 5 Nov 2026 • Primary contact: Allan Oyao, Procurement Officer (email & phone provided)