Project Information

Bid Title

Clinical Consultation

Issuing Agency

State Government of Iowa

Location

Iowa

Published Date

Feb 18, 2026

Closing Date

Mar 30, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

Ref. #

SOPSCCU27001

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Project Description

Bid Information

Bid Number

SOPSCCU27001

Solicitation

Clinical Consultation

Solicitation Type

Request for Proposals

County

Cherokee

Description

Description

The purpose of this RFP is to solicit proposals that will enable the Department of Health and Human Services (Agency) to select the most qualified contractor to provide clinical consultation and other necessary programmatic services for the Civil Commitment Unit for Sexual Offenders (CCUSO).

Agency Information

Number

401

Name

Department of Health and Human Services

Address 1

1251 WEST CEDAR LOOP

Address 2

City/State/Zip

CHEROKEE, IA 51012

Contact Information

Contact Name

Katelyn Meyers

Contact Title

Procurement Specialist 2

Contact Email

katelyn.meyers@hhs.iowa.gov

Contact Phone Number

(712) 225-6950

Contact Phone Extension

Contact Other Number

Contact Fax Number

Valid Dates

From

2/18/2026 3:00:00 PM

Until

3/30/2026 2:00:00 PM

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SOPSCCU27001 RFP

2/16/2026 1:58:03 PM

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SOPSCCU27001

Clinical Consultation

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP)

Clinical Consultation

SOPSCCU27001

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Katelyn Meyers

1251 W Cedar Loop

Cherokee, IA 51012

Phone: (712) 225-6950

katelyn.meyers@hhs.iowa.gov

SOPSCCU27001

Clinical Consultation

RFP Purpose.

The purpose of this RFP is to solicit proposals that will enable the Department of Health and Human

Services (Agency) to select the most qualified contractor to provide clinical consultation and other

necessary programmatic services for the Civil Commitment Unit for Sexual Offenders (CCUSO).

Duration of Contract.

The Agency anticipates executing a contract that will have an initial one (1) year contract term with the

ability to extend the contract for 5 additional 1-year terms. The Agency will have the sole discretion to

extend the contract.

Bidder Eligibility Requirements.

The Agency will only consider proposals for contract from Bidders who have a PhD or PsyD in

psychology. Experience in sexually violent predator (SVP) treatment and program management is

required.

Procurement Timetable

There are no exceptions to any deadlines for the Bidder; however, the Agency reserves the right to

change the dates. Times provided are in Central Time.

Event

Agency Issues RFP Notice to Targeted Small Business Website (48

hours):

Agency Issues RFP to Bid Opportunities Website

Bidder Letter of Intent to Bid Due By

Bidder Written Questions Due By

Agency Responses to Questions Issued By

Bidder Proposals and any Amendments to Proposals Due By

Agency Announces Apparent Successful Bidder/Notice of Intent to

Award

Contract Negotiations and Execution of the Contract Completed

Date

February 16, 2026

February 18, 2026

March 2, 2026

March 9, 2026

2:00 p.m.

March 16, 2026

March 30, 2026

2:00 p.m.

April 15, 2026

June 30, 2026

Anticipated Start Date for the Provision of Services

July 1, 2026

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Section 1 Background and Scope of Work

1.1 Background.

The Civil Commitment Unit for Sexual Offenders (CCUSO) program was created by the 1998 Sexually

Violent Predators Act of Iowa to provide secure, inpatient treatment for sexual offenders who are

believed to be a high risk for sexually re-offending. Inpatient treatment is indefinite, with length of

treatment dependent upon the time required for each individual to complete the criteria for

advancement through the five (5) treatment phases.

The CCUSO program provides a secure, long-term, and highly structured setting to treat sexually

violent predators (SVP) who have served their prison terms, but who, in a separate civil trial, have been

found likely to commit further violent sexual offenses. Each patient receives an annual evaluation

completed and submitted to the court; each patient receives an individual Master Treatment Plan that is

updated annually, as well as Action Plans, which are completed every 90 days to assess treatment

progress.

The CCUSO program currently serves approximately 200 patients, of which 90% are inpatient. The

Agency anticipates that the need for these services will be infrequent, typically occurring only a handful

of times per year. However, the Agency reserves the right to request services more frequently should

demand increase due to population growth or other factors.

1.2 RFP General Definitions.

When appearing as capitalized terms in this RFP, including attachments, the following quoted terms

(and the plural thereof, when appropriate) have the meanings set forth in this section.

“Agency” means the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services.

“Bid Proposal” or “Proposal” means the Bidder’s proposal submitted in response to the RFP.

“Bidder” means the entity that submits a Bid Proposal in response to this RFP.

“Contractor” means the Bidder who enters into a Contract as a result of this Solicitation.

“Deliverables” means all of the services, goods, products, work, work product, data (including data

collected on behalf of the Agency), items, materials and property to be created, developed, produced,

delivered, performed, or provided by or on behalf of, or made available through, the Contractor (or any

agent, contractor or subcontractor of the Contractor) in connection with any contract resulting from this

RFP.

“Invoice” means a Contractor’s claim for payment. At the Agency’s discretion, claims may be

submitted on an original invoice from the Contractor or may be submitted on a claim form accepted by

the Agency, such as a General Accounting Expenditure (GAX) form.

1.3 Scope of Work.

1.3.1 Deliverables.

The Agency anticipates that meetings and consultations required under this Scope of Work will be

conducted virtually unless otherwise specified and/or requested by the Agency. The Bidder shall outline

an approach for achieving the identified deliverables that incorporates the use of Agency approved

virtual meeting platforms with video capability. Contracted staff are expected to participate with video

enabled when applicable. Furthermore, the Bidder’s proposed approach must specifically address the

treatment of sexually violent predators, civil commitment treatment and management, and the provision

of treatment for individuals diagnosed with Gender Dysphoria.

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1.3.1.1 Agency Consultation.

The Contractor shall meet with members of the interdisciplinary treatment team of the Agency to

consult on clinically complex patient cases, relevant clinical issues, and concerns identified by the

Agency, as requested by the Agency. The Contractor shall consult with the Iowa Office of the Attorney

General as deemed necessary by the Agency.

1.3.1.2 Patient Clinical Services.

The Contractor shall provide clinical services to CCUSO patients on an as-needed basis at the request

of the Agency. Clinical services include, but are not limited to, evaluations, therapy, psychological

assessments and interpretive reports.

1. The Contractor shall coordinate scheduling within fourteen (14) calendar days of notification

from the Agency.

2. Interpretive reports shall be submitted to the Agency within fourteen (14) calendar days

following completion of required testing or assessment.

1.3.1.3 Program Review.

The Contractor shall, at the request of the Agency, conduct a CCUSO program review. This review

must be conducted onsite and in-person at the facility. Material subject to review will include, but is not

limited to:

a. Group and individual therapy documentation,

b. Relapse Prevention Plans,

c. Action Plans,

d. Master Treatment Plans, and

e. Policies and procedures.

A comprehensive report of findings shall be provided by the Contractor within thirty (30) calendar days

from the conclusion of the review. The report shall include identified program strengths, deficiencies,

and recommendations to remedy and improve the CCUSO program.

1.3.1.4 Court Testimony.

The Contractor shall consult with the Iowa Office of the Attorney General and be available to provide

testimony on clinically relevant matters during court proceedings and revocation hearings as requested

by the Agency and/or the Iowa Office of the Attorney General. The Court will determine whether

testimony is given in person or virtually. The Court may be located in any Iowa county.

1.3.1.5 Licensing and Agency Compliance.

The Contractor shall:

1. Maintain licensure in the State of Iowa for the duration of any contract awarded, including all

extensions.

2. Provide copies of professional license(s) and any supporting and relevant documents requested

by the Agency.

3. Ensure that any personnel performing services under any contract awarded will remain in

compliance with the standard confidentiality requirements as well as Agency policies and

procedures, including any training deemed relevant to the Contractor by the Agency.

4. Identify one qualified individual who will fulfill all duties described herein to ensure continuity of

care and consistency in service delivery and approach. The Contractor may propose a backup

provider to ensure coverage in the event of an emergency or unforeseen absence; however, the

backup provider shall only serve in a temporary capacity and shall not share or rotate duties

with the primary provider.

1.3.2 Performance Measures.

1. Attend virtual meetings as scheduled 95% of the time.

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2. The only individuals allowed to perform work assigned under any resulting Contract are those

they have been named at the time of contract execution.

3. Schedule meetings for patient services within 14 calendar days of request 98% of the time.

4. Provide interpretive reports to the Agency within 14 calendar days following testing or

assessment 98% of the time.

1.3.3 Agency Responsibilities.

The Agency shall provide the Contractor with a secured laptop computer, login credentials, and access

to all applications necessary to perform the services outlined in this contract. The Contractor shall use

the provided equipment solely for the purpose of fulfilling contractual obligations. Upon conclusion of

services, the Contractor shall return the laptop computer and any other Agency-issued equipment in

good working condition.

1.3.4 Contract Payment Methodology.

The Contractor will be paid for services provided that meet requirements as set forth in Scope of Work

at an hourly rate. This hourly rate will be inclusive of all fees for completing work, as assigned. Travel-

related expenses shall not exceed the maximum reimbursement rates applicable to employees of the

State of Iowa as set forth in the Department of Administrative Services’ State Accounting Policy and

Procedures Manual, Section 210 https://das.iowa.gov/state-employees/travel-and-relocation/210-travel,

and must be consistent with all Iowa Executive Orders currently in effect. If a corrective action plan is in

place, a 10% deduction will be applied to invoices until resolved.

Section 2 Basic Information About the RFP Process

2.1 Issuing Officer.

The Issuing Officer is the sole point of contact regarding the RFP from the date of issuance until

selection of the successful Bidder. The Issuing Officer for this RFP is:

Katelyn Meyers

1251 W Cedar Loop

Cherokee, IA 51012

Phone: (712) 225-6950

katelyn.meyers@hhs.iowa.gov

2.2 Restriction on Bidder Communication.

From the issue date of this RFP until announcement of the successful Bidder, the Issuing Officer is the

point of contact regarding the RFP. There may be no communication regarding this RFP with any State

employee other than the Issuing Officer, except at the direction of the Issuing Officer or as otherwise

noted in the RFP. This section shall not be construed as restricting communications related to the

administration of any contract currently in effect between a Contractor and the Agency.

The Issuing Officer will respond only to questions regarding the procurement process. Questions

pertaining to the interpretation of this RFP may be submitted in accordance with the Questions,

Requests for Clarification, and Suggested Changes section of this RFP.

2.3 Downloading the RFP from the Internet.

The RFP and any related documents such as amendments or attachments (collectively the “RFP”), and

responses to questions will be posted at the State of Iowa’s website for bid opportunities:

http://bidopportunities.iowa.gov/. Check this website periodically for any amendments to this RFP. The

posted version of the RFP is the official version. The Agency will only be bound by the official version

of the RFP document(s). Bidders should ensure that any downloaded documents are in fact the most

up to date and are unchanged from the official version.

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Commodity Codes

• NAICS 541611Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services

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