The Washington State Health Care Authority, hereafter called “HCA,” is initiating this Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to solicit proposals from firms interested in leading one or both of the following projects:

• Contract A: Recovery advocacy training in a virtual or in-person format and a one-day substance use and mental health recovery event including, but not limited to: building skills on telling one’s story, legislative and media advocacy, public speaking, encouragement, and motivation. Value is up to $166,000. Estimated duration February 10, 2022 through September 30, 2023.

• Contract B: Training to adults in various stages of SUD and SUD/SMI behavioral health recovery to become leaders and participants in community recovery and education efforts. Value is up to $91,000. Estimated duration February 10, 2022 through February 28, 2023

Considering the current public health crisis, HCA understands and expects that mostly virtual options may be proposed. However, for both contracts, HCA also understands that some communities and populations have limited access to technology and virtual platforms, and might only be served or reachable if the format is in person.

For more information on this and any future procurements, sign up in WEBS (https://pr-webs-vendor.des.wa.gov/) for statewide notification from all state agencies about procurements. HCA also posts information on their website: https://www.hca.wa.gov/about-hca/bids-and-contracts.

Per the posted RFQ, questions may be submitted through January 4, 2022 at 5:00 pm. Answers will be posted in WEBS on January 7, 2022. Email inquiries can be sent to HCAProcurements@hca.wa.gov. Please include "RFQ 2021HCA44" in the subject line of your email.