How to bid on Grant Evaluation Services for Horizon Behavioral Health

What Horizon Behavioral Health is buying

Horizon Behavioral Health needs an independent evaluator for its four-year SAMHSA Children’s Mental Health Initiative System of Care Grant. The selected firm will provide implementation support, continuous quality improvement, performance monitoring, SPARS reporting, and outcome evaluation.

This is a significant opportunity for firms specializing in grant evaluation, particularly those with experience in mental health initiatives and federal grants. The work will be performed in Lynchburg, Virginia.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

The solicitation was published on August 06, 2026. All proposals must be submitted by August 21, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET. This is a firm deadline, and late submissions are typically not accepted. Ensure your proposal is complete and submitted well in advance of this time.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is ideal for professional services firms with expertise in program evaluation, particularly for federally funded health or social service grants. Experience with SAMHSA grants, children’s mental health initiatives, or similar system of care models would be highly relevant.

Firms should be prepared to work collaboratively with project leadership while maintaining an independent role to provide objective findings and recommendations.

How to respond to this solicitation

To access the full solicitation documents, you need to go to eVA, Virginia’s eProcurement portal. The solicitation number is 125914. Viewing the posting is public and does not require an account.

To submit a response, you must sign in with a free eVA vendor account. Make sure to complete your vendor registration on eVA before the deadline to avoid any last-minute issues with submission.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Thoroughly review all sections of the solicitation, paying close attention to the scope of work, required deliverables, and evaluation criteria. Tailor your proposal to directly address each requirement.

Highlight your firm's specific experience with similar grant evaluation projects, especially those involving federal agencies like SAMHSA or focusing on mental health. Clearly articulate your methodology for each service area, such as continuous quality improvement and outcome evaluation. Ensure your proposal demonstrates a clear understanding of the project's goals and the importance of objective evaluation.