Description
The Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC) seeks qualified staffing agencies or independent contractors to provide dedicated psychiatric nursing services for individuals with substance‑use disorders and co‑occurring psychiatric conditions at two state correctional facilities. The contract will commence on or about December 31 2026 and run through June 30 2027 (approximately seven months) with an option to renew up to four additional one‑year periods. Providers must meet Colorado accessibility, insurance, background‑check, and licensing requirements, and must submit a full proposal package (exhibits A‑G and attachments) through the Bidnet Direct portal by September 28 2026. The solicitation emphasizes experience in correctional health care, qualified nursing staff, robust operations and reporting plans, and competitive pricing.
• Service: Dedicated psychiatric nursing (SUD & co‑occurring disorders) in Colorado correctional facilities
• Contract term: 7 months (Nov 30 2026 – Jun 30 2027) with up‑to‑5‑year renewal option
• Start date: Approx. Dec 31 2026 (contract execution)
• Submission deadline: Sep 28 2026, 2:00 PM (MST) via Bidnet Direct
• Mandatory requirements: Accessibility (WCAG AA), insurance, background checks, CORE registration, compliance with state contract terms
• Evaluation factors: Qualifications/experience, staffing plan, cost‑effectiveness, past performance, compliance with security and confidentiality rules
• Contact: Becky Holtz, Contracts Manager ([email protected], (719) 269‑4323)