Bid guide
How to bid on Nursing Home for Complex Care Behaviors for CT DAS Procurement
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The State of Connecticut, through its Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) and Department of Social Services (DSS), is seeking a qualified nursing home provider. This provider will offer nursing home level of care for individuals in state care who are challenging to place. This includes people transitioning from correctional facilities or higher levels of behavioral health care.
The contract aims to establish 45 nursing home beds. The selected provider will need to coordinate with behavioral health, corrections, and social services. This opportunity is significant for nursing homes capable of managing complex care needs and meeting specific Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) requirements.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This Request for Proposal (RFP) was published on July 30, 2026. The deadline for submitting responses is September 23, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. All proposals must be submitted by this time.
Late submissions will not be considered. It is important to complete all steps for submission well in advance of the deadline to avoid any technical issues.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for nursing home providers that are clinically qualified and have experience with individuals transitioning from correctional facilities or higher levels of behavioral health care. The ideal firm will have established connections within the local behavioral health and corrections services landscape.
Vendors must be able to work effectively across various state systems and meet the Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) requirements for nursing facility level of care. This is a healthcare category opportunity.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full documents and respond, you need to go to CTsource, Connecticut's statewide procurement portal. Viewing the bid details is public and does not require an account.
However, to download documents or submit your response, you will need a free CTsource account. Ensure you create this account and complete your submission before the September 23, 2026, 3:00 PM ET deadline.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
When preparing your proposal, clearly demonstrate your nursing home's clinical qualifications and experience with complex behavioral health needs. Highlight any existing relationships or partnerships you have with local behavioral health and correctional services.
Detail your understanding and ability to meet the Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) requirements. Emphasize your capacity for inter-agency coordination and your plan for providing 45 nursing home-level beds. Ensure all required forms and documentation are accurately completed and submitted on time through the CTsource portal.
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 State of CT - DAS Procurement; the original posting controls.