Specifications include, but are not limited to: include a medical and mental health evaluation as well as an assessment of appropriate security level status (maximum, medium, minimum or pre-release). There is also an evaluation of educational need. In addition, the intake process offers an opportunity to initiate screenings for addictions and a thorough assessment of criminogenic risks and needs. Once the intake process is complete, an inmate is assigned to a maintaining institution based upon security level. ; The Contractor will be required to collaborate with the other Healthcare contractors, sub-contractors, custody, and the Department. In order to meet the total needs of the individual inmate in a timely, safe, and holistic manner, collegial relationships are to be fostered and maintained throughout the duration of the Contract. It is the responsibility of the Contractor’s Clinical Supervisor(s) and Program Director to establish the operational relationships with the multi-vendor staff and institutional management and staff and to notify the Contract Manager immediately of any issues that adversely affect Contract performance.