School-Based Mental Health Services Contract Opportunity

Background
Durham Public Schools (“DPS”) invites qualified agencies having sufficient experience to submit a Request for Qualification in order to be eligible to submit a proposal for providing school-based mental health services within the school district. DPS will provide a counseling-friendly space (confidential, non-stigmatizing, etc.) within each selected school.
Co-located mental health professionals/services within the school setting has gained national recognition as a model for an accessible and cost-effective way to address student mental health needs, in particular students who otherwise do not have meaningful access to such services.

Work Details
The contract involves providing co-located school-based mental health services within Durham Public Schools. The services should be provided and supervised by a local (Durham County) mental health provider agency, and must meet specific qualifications outlined in the Request for Qualification (RFQ).
The scope of services includes individual therapy, comprehensive clinical assessments, group therapy, family therapy, medication management, and on-site training and consultation.
The goals of the contract include providing mental health programs that address early intervention and prevention services for DPS students and families in need, increasing the accessibility of mental health services in a non-stigmatizing environment, and providing consultation for teachers and other school staff regarding mental health and related issues.

Period of Performance
The period of performance for this contract is for the 2024 - 2025 school year in Durham Public Schools.

Place of Performance
The services will be performed within Durham Public Schools.