RFP-6400 - Pharmacy Services

Summary of Specifications:
The Washtenaw Community Health Organization (WCHO) provides ongoing psychiatric care and medication to adults and children with a wide range of psychiatric and developmental disabilities in both outpatient and residential settings in Washtenaw County. WCHO also provides substance abuse treatment to individuals in both Washtenaw County and Livingston County. The population served includes a large number of indigent clients and Medicaid recipients, with about half having both Medicare and Medicaid coverage. A smaller number of clients have private medical insurance. Accurate, timely, and readily accessible medications are necessary to enhance and maintain the psychiatric stability of clients. Bids must reflect the ability to communicate and document services in agreed-upon formats for documenting purposes, as well as be cost competitive. The successful bidder will work closely with Washtenaw County Community Support and Treatment Services (CSTS), the organization designated to provide case management and other professional services to consumers of community mental health services in Washtenaw County. The goal of the WCHO and CSTS is to empower individuals to be as self-reliant as possible. The WCHO and CSTS follow the principles of person centered planning and self determination for all individuals.