Memorandum
Date: May 20, 2025
To: The Honorable Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Elise Jones, Director of Behavioral Health Services
Subject: Consideration of the Agreement Between County of Lake and SY Psychiatry, LLC. to Perform Substance Use Disorder Treatment Medical Director Responsibilities on Behalf of Lake County Behavioral Health Services in the Amount of $350,000.00 for FY 2025-26.
Executive Summary:
Attached for your approval is the agreement between the County of Lake and Hardeep Singh, MD (SY Psychiatric). Lake County has contracted with Dr. Singh for these services since 2018.
Lake County Behavioral Health Services' Substance Use Disorder program must have a Medical Director to oversee treatment as required by the Department of Health Care Services.
These services are funded through the Mental Health Block Grant and include fee-for service Drug Medi Cal services to be reimbursed at a 65% pass through rate.
The proposal complies with the Consultant Selection Policy as it involves a sole source agreement with a longstanding provider. Dr. Singh's expertise and longstanding service to the County substantiate this arrangement as an essential continuation of services rather than a new procurement process. This agreement is aligned with the requirements outlined in the RFP for Substance Use Disorder Medical Director services issued in March 2022.
This agreement qualifies for an exemption from competitive bidding under Section 2-38, as it involves a continued, established relationship with an existing provider who has demonstrated proven expertise in fulfilling the role of Substance Use Disorder Medical Director. Dr. Singh's qualifications and experience are integral to maintaining continuity of care, which is critical to our services and regulatory compliance.
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Estimated Cost: ________ Amount Budgeted: $350,000.00_ Additional Requested: ________ Future Annual Cost: ________
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