Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission

Buyer seeks to develop and administer a comprehensive 40-hour training program for first responder peer supporters. The program must address trauma impacts, peer support practices, team building, and wellness techniques. Buyer requires ten courses annually, including six certification courses and four supportive courses covering continuing education, executive training, and family member education. The program aims to foster positive mental and physical well-being among first responders across Washington state.

• 4/16/2025 - Pre-Bid Conference
• 4/21/2025 - Bidder Questions Due
• 4/25/2025 - Issue Amendment to RFP
• 5/9/2025 - Proposal Due Date
• 5/14/2025 - Proposal Evaluations
• 5/19/2025 - Announce Apparent Successful Vendor

• Expertise in peer emotional support and peer workforce development
• Experience developing peer support training for first responders in Washington state

• Develop comprehensive 40-hour training program for first responder peer supporters
• Deliver ten courses annually across Washington state
• Create curriculum addressing trauma impacts and peer support practices
• Provide certification for peer supporters in six annual courses
• Deliver four annual supportive courses for continuing education
• Include executive-level peer support training components
• Develop family member education on supporting first responders
• Engage first responders in curriculum development process
• Utilize current/retired first responders as co-trainers
• Create transferable lesson plans for all course topics