Minnesota is seeking a qualified vendor to develop or enhance a behavioral health program locator website. This online, web-based tool will serve as a comprehensive resource for patients, families, healthcare providers, and the public to search for mental health and substance use disorder (SUD) treatment options, as well as related support services, across the state.

The program locator must be user-friendly and accessible to all, serving as a single entry point for outpatient and residential mental health and substance use treatment registries. It should encompass all licensed providers and address any gaps identified in previous iterations, ensuring that it meets the diverse needs of users. The website must maintain a comprehensive registry of available providers and services and comply with established digital accessibility standards.

Key requirements include the integration of robust data features such as enhanced demographics, the ability to identify access disparities by race and ethnicity, and functionality to map service proximity for users. Providers must be able to update and manage their service information directly, supporting continuous improvement of the tool. The locator should also identify specialized services, including culturally responsive care and services tailored for children, families, and adults. The successful contractor will be responsible for engaging partners throughout development, assessing the current system or conducting environmental scans to capture the full spectrum of services, and refining data fields to better meet stakeholder needs.