2026_68_RFP_Attachment_B.docx

This is an attachment document supporting an RFP issued by the Minneapolis Health Department to procure community-centered doula and care coordination services. The RFP seeks qualified organizations to deliver services that advance birth equity and birth justice for Minneapolis residents. The solicitation requires respondents to demonstrate capability in providing culturally responsive, community-based doula services and care coordination that address barriers to equitable birth outcomes. The document establishes evaluation criteria and requirements for proposal submission, including organizational capacity, relevant experience, service delivery model, and commitment to serving vulnerable and underrepresented populations in Minneapolis. Proposers must address how their approach will center the voices and leadership of the communities served and demonstrate understanding of birth justice principles.

The attachment specifies technical and operational requirements for service delivery, including staffing qualifications, training standards, performance metrics, and data collection methods. Selected contractors will be expected to work collaboratively with the Minneapolis Health Department and other community partners to ensure integrated, accessible doula and care coordination services. The document outlines compliance requirements related to cultural competency, community engagement, equity-focused practices, and accountability measures. Funding for this initiative supports the city's commitment to reducing maternal health disparities and improving birth outcomes through community-led interventions, with compensation structured to reflect the specialized nature of doula support and care coordination services.