Solicitation: 202512159 Peer Support Services in Emergency Departments

The State of Maine, Department of Health and Human Services, is seeking proposals from qualified bidders to provide Peer Support Services in Emergency Departments. The selected bidder will be required to provide Certified Intentional Peer Support Specialists (CIPSS) to support individuals experiencing behavioral health crises in emergency departments. The bidder must have experience providing similar services and must be able to demonstrate their ability to work with emergency department staff and patients. The proposal should include a description of the bidder's experience and qualifications, a proposed plan for providing the services, and a detailed budget. • The bidder must have experience providing peer support services in emergency departments. • The bidder must be able to demonstrate their ability to work with emergency department staff and patients. • The bidder must provide a detailed budget and plan for providing the services. • The bidder must be able to provide CIPSS to support individuals experiencing behavioral health crises. • The bidder must be able to work with hospital staff to provide support and education on peer support services.