Dauphin County, PA
11/05/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 11/05/2024 13:56
Dauphin County Prison - REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI)
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Dauphin County Prison - REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI)
Nov 5, 2024
SCOPE: Dauphin County, Pennsylvania operates the Dauphin County Prison. For purposes of this RFI only the County and Prison are deemed to be synonymous. Dauphin County Prison (DCP) is seeking information to enhance its integrated approach to addressing the substance use disorder needs of incarcerated individuals. This RFI aims to explore and expand access to effective drug and alcohol services that support rehabilitation and recovery, ultimately reducing recidivism and facilitating successful reintegration into the community. We invite responses focused on substance use prevention, intervention, education, treatment, programming, and continuity of services. This RFI will help us assess the availability of providers, technical capabilities, costs, and their ability to operate within the existing systems of Dauphin County.
Responses to this RFI are voluntary and do not constitute a request for proposals, quotations, or bids. There is no obligation or commitment from DCP for future action, contracts, agreements, or acquisitions based on this RFI. We will not pay for the preparation or submission of responses, which will be used solely for planning and market research.
To the extent possible, please submit non-proprietary information. Any proprietary details should be clearly marked and will be safeguarded according to Dauphin County Prison regulations. Responses will not be returned.
BACKGROUND: Dauphin County Prison currently offers drug and alcohol programming, including group and individual therapy. We value partnerships with external providers to enhance substance use programming, recognizing that effective treatment is crucial for successful reintegration post-release.
Dauphin County Prison's mission is to serve our community by providing a safe environment that promotes personal growth and rehabilitation. We aim to reduce recidivism by providing a range of educational, mental health, and reentry services to support reintegration into the community.
PURPOSE: This RFI seeks information about your organization's capabilities related to comprehensive drug and alcohol services, including programming and treatment.
GOAL: To ensure all incarcerated individuals at Dauphin County Prison have access to effective drug and alcohol programming and treatment that addresses substance use disorders, while demonstrating a commitment to continuity of services and aftercare.
SOLUTION APPROACH: Identify drug and alcohol treatment and programming options that adhere to industry standards, including assessments, individual and group counseling, full-time programming, and coordinated release planning.
REQUESTED INFORMATION:
1. Describe your organization, including, history/background, size, scope of abilities or services provided, and organizational status such as corporate, non-profit, partnership, personally owned, etc.
2. Share your organization's perspective on substance use disorder, addiction, recovery, and medication-assisted treatment within incarcerated populations.
3. Detail the intake assessments used by your organization (e.g., level of care assessments, biopsychosocial assessments).
4. Explain your organization's interest and experience in providing substance use treatment in a jail setting.
5. Identify treatment models your organization can utilize to tailor treatment in a jail environment.
6. Describe any current training your staff have completed related to enhancing motivation among incarcerated individuals, including any dual licensing.
7. Identify your principal leadership staff and the primary operatives that will directly be providing the services, as well as their formal education and experience in the field for both groups.
8. Discuss your organization's ability to address co-occurring conditions (mental and physical health).
9. Outline outcome or effectiveness measures currently used to evaluate your services' success.
10. Describe your past or current collaborations with state or local government. List your most important continuing/after care partners/connections in the community.
11. Detail your organization's role in the reentry process, including aftercare and coordination of care from jail to community providers.
12. Share your experience with Certified Recovery Specialists, including education, training, and impact.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REQUESTED: Please provide the following business information:
• Company Name
• Telephone Number
• Email Address
• Point of Contact for further clarification (legal/contract representative)
QUESTIONS: All questions regarding this RFI should be submitted via email to:
Latonya Ray
Dauphin County Prison 501 Mall Road
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17111
RESPONSES: Responses are due no later than Friday, November 29, 2024, by 4 PM EST. Please submit responses via email to [email protected].
Responses should be single-spaced, in Times New Roman, 12-point font, with one-inch margins, formatted for MS Office Word 2007, and should not exceed 50 pages, printable on 8½" x 11" paper. Verify that your email system does not block attachments.
By submitting a response, you consent to the review of your submission by Dauphin County Prison and related officials. Responses may be shared with other Dauphin County entities for relevance to other programs.