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Notification of Intent to Award Mobile Mental Health Program Services Request for Proposal (RFP)
Notification of Intent to Award
Mobile Mental Health Program Services Request for Proposal (RFP)
Ventura County Behavioral Health (VCBH) is pleased to announce its intent to award the contract for the operation and management of the Mobile Mental Health Program Services (RFP # 113443) to Alinea Health. The RFP Evaluation Committee concluded that Alinea Health’s proposal demonstrated the highest degree of responsiveness to the requirements.
As provided in the VCBH Mobile Mental Health Program Services RFP, this Notification of Intent to Award is subject to execution of written contract and does not constitute the formation of contract between VCBH and the successful bidder. The successful bidder shall not acquire legal or equitable rights relative to the contracted services until a contract is executed that contains acceptable terms and conditions between VCBH and the successful bidder. If VCBH fails to successfully negotiate and execute a contract with the successful bidder, VCBH may revoke the award and commence negotiations with the next highest ranked bidder. VCBH reserves the right to cancel this Notification of Intent to Award at any time prior to the execution of a written contract or to withdraw the RFP entirely. County Board of Supervisor’s approval is required for all contracts that exceed $200,000.
For additional information or questions, please contact Jillian Simmons, VCBH Provider Network Operations Program Administrator, at Jillian.Simmons@ventura.org.
Request for Proposal: Mobile Mental Health Program
Date Issued: February 2, 2024
Date Due: March 4, 2024
Notice is hereby given that Ventura County Behavioral Health has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) on February 2, 2024 for qualified applicants to solicit proposals to deliver brief, walk-in style mobile mental health therapy sessions for one or more of the following efforts:
- Mental health sessions
- Substance use services
- Peer support
- Injections or prescription of psychiatric medications
- Prevention screenings and testing of health factors
- Diabetes and hypertension monitoring
The RFP, with full instructions is available through the Ventura County Bonfire system at: https://ventura.bonfirehub.com/opportunities/113443.
RFP responses are due by Monday March 4, 2024 no later than 5:00 p.m. Completed proposals should be submitted through the Bonfire system.
Request for Proposal: Driving Under the Influence Program Services
RFP: Driving Under the Influence Program Services
Date Issued: August 11, 2023
Date Due: September 22, 2023
Notice is hereby given that Ventura County Behavioral Health (VCBH) has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) on August 11, 2023 for qualified applicants to solicit proposals to provide Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Program Services. DUI programs are education and counseling programs licensed by the State of California and mandated for persons convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or other drugs. VCBH will endorse selected DUI applicant(s) to the California Department of Healthcare Services (DHCS). After Licensure by the DHCS, VCBH will contract with the selected DUI program provider(s) by contract.
The RFP, with full instructions, is available through the Ventura County Bonfire system at: https://ventura.bonfirehub.com/opportunities/102472
RFP responses are due no later than Friday, September 22, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. Completed proposals should be submitted through the Bonfire system.
All information related to this RFP may be directed to the assigned VCBH Contracts Administrator, Barbara Kramer, through the Message section of the Bonfire system at: https://ventura.bonfirehub.com/opportunities/102472
Request for Proposal: Substance Use Services – Prevention Services
RFP: Substance Use Services – Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Prevention Services
Date Issued: July 7, 2023
Date Due: August 21, 2023
Notice is hereby given that Ventura County Behavioral Health has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) on July 7, 2023 for qualified applicants to solicit proposals to provide services for one or more of the following efforts:
- Opioids and Illicit Drug Initiative: Prevention and Education
- Opioids and Illicit Drug Initiative: Naloxone Distribution and Overdose Response Training
- Opioids and Illicit Drug Initiative: Engaging Medical Professionals to Prevent Overdose
- Addressing Health Disparities Initiative
- Marijuana & Vaping Prevention Initiative
- Underage and Binge Drinking Prevention Initiative
- Impaired Driving Prevention Initiative
- Technical Assistance and Training Services
- Media and Prevention Messaging Services
- Research and Evaluation Services and
- School-Based Prevention Services
The RFP, with full instructions, is available through the Ventura County Bonfire system at: County of Ventura – Substance Use Services – Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Prevention Services (bonfirehub.com)
RFP responses are due by Monday August 21, 2023 no later than 5:00 p.m. Completed proposals should be submitted through the Bonfire system.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
May is Mental Health Awareness Month.
Learn more:
For wellness tips, visit: www.wellnesseveryday.org/wellness-tips
National Prevention Week is May 7-13
National Prevention Week is a national public education platform showcasing the work of communities and organizations across the country dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of substance misuse prevention and positive mental health. www.samhsa.gov/prevention-week
Mental Wellness Event: Empower Up! – May 4, 2023
Empower Up Your Mental Wellness!
A day where young people will come together in one space to empower one another to elevate mental well-being.
- Thursday May 4, 2023
10AM – 2PM - Cal Lutheran University
Featuring:
- Engaging activities and workshops
- Inspiring talks by local youth leaders
For grades 9-12. Lunch and giveaways will be provided.
Spanish and ASL interpreters will be available.
Save the Date!
To register, contact: MHSA@ventura.org
April is National Minority Health Month
Learn more: www.minorityhealth.hhs.gov/nmhm
