Texas DSHS RFP 537-5-0000135376 Seeking Bids To Operate Terrell State Hospital

The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) is preparing to privatize operations at Terrell State Hospital under a contract slated to start by September 15, 2014. On June 11, 2014, the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and DSHS released the request for proposals (RFP 537-5-0000135376) seeking responses by July 24, 2014. Investigation and resolution of allegations of abuse and neglect will remain the responsibility of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS). The selected organization will continue to serve the population of patients currently served by the state psychiatric hospital, and the entire . . .