RFP 202606102 AFKRFR Cost Form.xlsx

This is a cost proposal form issued by the State of Maine Department of Health and Human Services for RFP 202606102, which concerns Statewide Adoption, Foster, and Resource Family Recruitment Services. The contract period of performance runs from October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2028. The form is designed for bidders to submit detailed cost proposals across multiple expense categories, including personnel expenses for both direct service and indirect staff, capital equipment purchases, subcontracts, and other operational expenses such as occupancy costs, utilities, equipment rental, materials and supplies, travel, consulting services, and technology services.

The cost proposal form is a blank template with all line items currently showing zero dollars, indicating this is a standard form awaiting bidder completion. Bidders are required to enter costs for salaries and wages, fringe benefits, staffing hours, and indirect cost allocations. The form includes specific line items for media buys, bonding and insurance, training and education, and service provider tax, reflecting the recruitment-focused nature of the services. Bidders must also specify their indirect cost rate and provide documentation of what costs are included in indirect allocation. The form structure allows for comprehensive cost breakdowns to enable accurate evaluation of all proposed expenses related to statewide adoption, foster care, and resource family recruitment services.