DATE:
October 19, 2021
17
TO:
Board of Supervisors
SUBJECT
Title
AUTHORIZE COMPETITIVE SOLICITATION FOR SUBSTANCE USE RESIDENTIAL SERVICES (DISTRICTS: ALL)
Body
OVERVIEW
The County of San Diego (County) Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA), Behavioral Health Services (BHS) department provides a comprehensive array of community-based mental health and substance use disorder services.
Approval of today's recommended action authorizes competitive solicitation of substance use residential treatment and withdrawal management services, to include withdrawal management that will be available to eligible adults regionwide, to further support access to critical capacity within the County's Drug Medi-Cal Organized Delivery System. Substance use residential treatment provides 24-hour, non-medical clinically managed substance use treatment, recovery and ancillary services to adults aged 18 years and above with substance use issues, including co-occurring mental health conditions. Clients receive assessment, individual, group, educational and recovery support services, delivered with an approach that is person-centered; outcomes-driven; culturally responsive; trauma-informed; and inclusive of evidence-based practices.
Today's action aligns with the County's strategic approach to strengthening service delivery through practices that are comprehensive and outcomes oriented, ensuring the best services lead to optimal outcomes for all San Diegans. This item also aligns with the County's Live Well San Diego vision by supporting access to services that promote the health and well-being of San Diegans with behavioral health needs.
RECOMMENDATION(S)
CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
1. In accordance with Section 401, Article XXIII of the County Administrative Code, authorize the Director, Department of Purchasing and Contracting, to issue competitive solicitations for substance use residential and withdrawal management services, and upon successful negotiations and dete...
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