Description
The State of Colorado’s Department of Regulatory Agencies is seeking a qualified provider to operate the Physician, Physician Assistant, and Anesthesiologist Assistant Peer Health Assistance Program. The contractor will deliver 24/7 peer‑health services—including intake, comprehensive biopsychosocial evaluation, counseling, referral, monitoring, and education—to licensed physicians, physician assistants, and anesthesiologist assistants who encounter physical, emotional, or psychological issues that could affect safe practice. Services must be statewide, accessible to all licensees, and comply with Colorado statutes (C.R.S. 12‑240‑131) and federal confidentiality rules (42 C.F.R. Part 2). The contract begins 02/01/2027, runs for an initial one‑year term (with up to four one‑year renewal options), and is funded from peer‑fee collections projected at roughly $2.75 million for FY 2027. The award will be based on mandatory compliance, technical approach, experience, and price.
• 24/7 statewide peer‑health assistance (evaluation, counseling, referral, monitoring)
• Mandatory compliance with Colorado accessibility standards and 42 C.F.R. Part 2
• Required intake, biopsychosocial evaluation, and rapid reporting to the Colorado Medical Board
• Education and outreach to all licensed physicians, PAs, and anesthesiologist assistants
• Contract term: 02/01/2027 – 01/31/2028 (optionally up to 5 years total)
• Funding sourced from $80 biennial peer‑fee; FY 2027 projected peer fund $2.75 M
• Submission deadline 10/28/2026; questions due 10/05/2026; award notice expected 12/01/2026.