ATTN: Prospective Providers: There was a recent update from the Cook County Clerk whereby our first-year tax levy budget was calculated much lower than expected. Please reach out to us directly to understand the implications as you respond to the RFP. Thank you and we apologize for the inconvenience.
Anyone may attend our monthly committee meetings to ask questions, request clarification, or provide comments in person regarding this RFP and related materials.
Request for Proposals
RFP Frequently Asked Questions
Clarifications for prospective providers responding to the Request for Proposals:
What should applicants include in their proposal budgets, including startup costs?
Include program and administrative costs, plus your best estimate of expenses needed before the center opens. These may include staffing, furniture, materials, and other one-time startup items. Applicants do not need to include rent, facility expenses, or potential construction and build-out costs. The Commission will address those facility costs after a location is selected. Startup estimates may change once the facility’s size and location are known.
Who is responsible for facility remodeling, infrastructure updates, and maintenance?
The selected provider is expected to oversee applicable construction, remodeling, updates, and maintenance in partnership with the Commission. Facility expenses require the Commission’s pre-approval and will be paid by the Commission. Applicants do not need to estimate these costs in their proposal budgets. Exhibit B, Section 2.B of the RFP addresses pre-approved design and build-out costs.
May an applicant subcontract with another mental health provider located in the service area?
Yes. Applicants may subcontract with another mental health provider.
