How to bid on substance use, mental health, and sex offender treatment for Justice, Department of

What the agency is buying and why a vendor would care

The Federal Bureau of Prisons, part of the Department of Justice, is seeking providers for community-based outpatient substance use disorder, mental health, and sex offender treatment services. These services are for male and female adults in custody in Rochester, New York, who are residing at a local Residential Re-entry Center or on home confinement.

The work involves a range of services including assessments, individual and group counseling, psychiatric evaluations, crisis intervention, medication monitoring, and treatment planning. This is an indefinite-delivery contract with a base year and two option years, set aside for small businesses. The anticipated award date is October 3, 2026.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This solicitation was published on August 04, 2026. The deadline for submitting quotes is September 04, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. At this deadline, all submitted quotes will be considered by the government.

The government will award an indefinite-delivery contract to the responsible offeror whose quote is most advantageous, based on the solicitation's evaluation criteria.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is a small-business set-aside. It is suitable for firms specializing in outpatient mental health and substance abuse centers, or similar professional services. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code is 621420, with a small business size standard of $19,000,000.

Vendors should have experience providing comprehensive treatment services, including assessments, various counseling types, psychiatric evaluations, crisis intervention, and medication monitoring, for adult populations.

How to respond

This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ), and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. To access the full details and prepare your response, you need to view the original source on the portal.

Clicking the "View original source" link will take you to the opportunity. You may need to click it a second time if you land on the portal's homepage. A free account may be required to view all documents, though not for all bids.

Practical tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully review all listed services and their guaranteed minimum and estimated maximum units for both the base year and option years. Ensure your quote clearly addresses your capacity to provide all required services.

Since this is a small-business set-aside, highlight your firm's relevant experience and qualifications in providing substance use disorder, mental health, and sex offender treatment services. Emphasize your ability to serve adults in custody in a community-based outpatient setting. Make sure your pricing is competitive and reflects the scope of work outlined.

Familiarize yourself with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) provisions and clauses incorporated by reference. These can be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov. Understanding these regulations is crucial for ensuring your quote is compliant and competitive.