Bid guide
How to bid on Forensic Evaluations for CDHS - Office of Behavioral Health
What the agency is buying
The Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS), Office of Behavioral Health, is seeking vendors to provide forensic evaluations. This is a personal services solicitation for the new fiscal year. The work will be performed in Pueblo, Colorado.
Key dates and deadlines
This Request for Proposals (RFP) was published on May 12, 2026, and was amended on the same date. The deadline for submitting proposals is June 30, 2027, at 7:00 PM ET. Vendors who applied for Fiscal Year 2025 will have their price lists honored only through June 30, 2025, and must re-apply for the upcoming fiscal year starting July 1, 2025.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for firms and individuals specializing in professional services, specifically in counseling and forensic evaluations. Vendors should be prepared to provide services in Pueblo, Colorado, and meet the requirements for a personal services contract with the state.
How to respond
To access the solicitation, go to the Colorado VSS (CORE) Vendor Self Service portal. Once there, click on “View Published Solicitations.” Search for the solicitation number RFP-IHJA-2022000320-10. Open the matching result to view all details and the list of attachments. To download documents or submit your response, you will need to register a free vendor account on the portal. Follow the specific instructions within the solicitation to submit your proposal before the deadline.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review all four documents posted with the solicitation to understand the full scope of work and all requirements. Ensure your proposal directly addresses each requirement and highlights your firm's experience and qualifications in forensic evaluations and counseling services. Pay close attention to any specific formatting or submission instructions provided in the RFP. Since this is for a new fiscal year, confirm that your proposed pricing is current and competitive for the period beginning July 1, 2025.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from CDHS - Office of Behavioral Health; the original posting controls.