Behavioral Health Services

Ocean County, New Jersey is seeking a qualified vendor to deliver a comprehensive suite of behavioral health services to county residents for a twelve‑month period beginning January 1 2027, with optional two‑year extensions. The contract is valued at approximately $2.175 million and emphasizes outpatient care, early detection, case management, supportive housing, youth transition, co‑occurring disorder treatment, and crisis response. Vendors must be licensed, have at least two years of relevant experience, and be able to coordinate with existing Medicaid, Medicare, and state funding streams while serving all residents regardless of ability to pay. Proposals must be submitted electronically by November 5 2026, and questions are due by October 21 2026. • Scope: Outpatient mental health, medication management, counseling, case management, supportive housing, youth transition, co‑occurring disorder services, crisis/emergency screening, workforce development, and related reporting. • Eligible providers: Community Mental Health Centers, Certified Community Behavioral Health Centers, Psychiatric Emergency Screening Centers, and other licensed behavioral health entities. • Contract term: 12 months (Jan 1 2027 – Dec 31 2027) with up to two one‑year renewal options. • Funding: $2,175,000 total; indirect costs capped at 10 %. • Required deliverables: Detailed service plans, performance data, participation in Mental Health Board meetings, compliance with state/federal regulations, and WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility. • Submission: Electronic only via Ocean County Procurement Portal; deadline 4:00 PM, 5 Nov 2026. • Evaluation: 40 % technical, 30 % management, 30 % cost; minimum average score 67 %. • Mandatory documentation: Insurance certificates, audit/financial statements, business registration, various certifications, and compliance statements.