PATH4EMS Peer Assistance

The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment is seeking proposals from qualified mental health services providers to offer peer assistance to Emergency Medical Service (EMS) Providers. The selected provider will be responsible for providing education, evaluation, treatment, and referral services to EMS Providers who may be dealing with physical, emotional, or psychological conditions. The provider will also be required to offer counseling and support services to the family members of EMS Providers. The contract is expected to start on August 1, 2026, and will have an initial term of one year, with the option to renew for up to four additional years. • The provider must have at least five years of experience in providing mental health services, with at least one year of experience providing services to first responders or similar professions. • The provider must be licensed or permitted by the State of Colorado to provide mental health evaluations, counseling, and monitoring. • The provider must have the ability to receive referrals from CDPHE and make services available to all certified EMS providers. • The provider must utilize a formal intake process to identify the presenting physical, emotional, or psychological condition and screen for signs of crisis and other potentially harmful circumstances.