BWCH, RFP - Health Start Program

The Arizona Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) Master Agreement CTR050593 is a comprehensive Health Start Program contract administered by the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS). The primary focus of this vehicle is to provide health services targeting pregnant women, postpartum mothers, and early childhood health initiatives across multiple Arizona counties. The contract enables local health departments and community organizations to deliver critical services including home visitation, prenatal care consultation, developmental screenings, health education, family support, and mental health resources. Specifically designed to support at-risk populations, the IDV allows for comprehensive maternal and child health interventions through a network of community health workers, nurses, and social service professionals.

The master agreement is primarily awarded to Apache County Health Services District, with an initial award date of July 5, 2020, and multiple subsequent amendments extending the contract's performance period. The contract is a cost-reimbursement type with annual budgets not to exceed $134,000, covering personnel, employee-related expenses, travel, and operating costs. The geographic coverage spans Arizona, with participating entities including Apache County, Mohave County, Pima County, Coconino County, and other local health departments. The contract allows for annual renewals up to five years and is funded through federal assistance awards, specifically the Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting (MIECHV) grant from the Health Resources and Service Administration (HRSA).