SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER RECOVERY RESIDENCES

The Vermont Department of Health is requesting proposals for the operation of recovery residences that provide safe, home-like residential environments to promote individual recovery from substance use disorder. The residences must be affordable, substance-free, and allow residents to develop their individual recovery plans and become self-supporting. The proposal must include a narrative proposal and a budget proposal, and must be submitted electronically by April 23, 2026. The recovery residences must adhere to the National Alliance of Recovery Residence (NARR) standards at either Level II/Type M (Monitored) or Level III/Type S (Supervised). The residences must provide eight required Health Care and Social Support Services, either directly or through an agreement with community partners. • The proposal must include a detailed description of the recovery residence and its services • The proposal must include a budget and a plan for sustainability • The proposal must include information about the bidder's experience and qualifications • The proposal must include information about the community partners and their roles • The proposal must include a plan for delivering the required Health Care and Social Support Services