How to bid on External Evaluation Services for Horizon Behavioral Health

What Horizon Behavioral Health is buying

Horizon Behavioral Health needs an independent evaluator for its SAMHSA grant. This grant focuses on youth and young adults at clinical high risk for psychosis. The evaluator will handle implementation evaluation, performance measurement, quality improvement, federal reporting, and outcome assessment.

This work is expected to last for four years. The evaluator must remain independent to provide objective findings and recommendations for the project, which is located in Lynchburg, Virginia.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

The solicitation was published on August 27, 2026. All proposals must be submitted by September 15, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET. This is a firm deadline, and late submissions are typically not accepted.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for professional services firms or independent evaluators with expertise in program evaluation, performance measurement, and federal reporting, particularly within the behavioral health sector. Experience with SAMHSA grants or programs for youth mental health would be beneficial. The work is located in Lynchburg, Virginia.

How to respond to this solicitation

To access the full solicitation documents, you need to go to eVA, Virginia's eProcurement portal. You can view the posting publicly without an account.

To submit a proposal, you must sign in with a free eVA vendor account. Make sure to complete your submission through the portal before the deadline.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Clearly demonstrate your understanding of SAMHSA grant requirements and the specific needs of evaluating programs for youth at risk for psychosis. Highlight your experience with similar projects, emphasizing your ability to provide objective findings and recommendations.

Detail your proposed methodology for implementation evaluation, performance measurement, and outcome assessment. Ensure your proposal addresses all aspects mentioned in the solicitation, including continuous quality improvement and federal reporting. Pay close attention to all instructions on the eVA portal for formatting and submission.