Suicide Prevention Training Services – LivingWorks ASIST, safeTALK, and Trainer Development

The Mississippi Department of Mental Health (DMH) seeks a qualified vendor to deliver and support statewide suicide‑prevention training using LivingWorks® programs. The contractor will provide in‑person Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) and safeTALK workshops, conduct Training‑for‑Trainers (T4T) sessions to expand the pool of certified trainers, offer ongoing mentor and technical assistance to trainers, and supply all required training materials and resources. Services must adhere to LivingWorks fidelity standards, include detailed documentation, and support DMH’s goal of increasing community capacity to recognize and intervene with individuals at risk of suicide. • Deliver ASIST and safeTALK trainings across Mississippi as directed by DMH • Provide T4T opportunities to develop new certified trainers • Offer mentor/coaching sessions (virtual or in‑person) for trainer support • Supply all participant and trainer materials, including workbooks, manuals, and certifications • Coordinate scheduling, logistics, and reporting with DMH’s Division of Outreach and Training • Submit itemized pricing and a comprehensive implementation plan by the September 14, 2026 deadline.