Customized Living Provider for Assisted living

The Minnesota Department of Human Services, Disability Services Division, is seeking proposals for a grant program administrator supporting small assisted living providers in transition. This Request for Proposals (RFP) aims to identify qualified Responders to manage all aspects of a grant program specifically targeting assisted living providers within Ramsey County and St. Paul City. The selected contractor will be responsible for developing an application process, determining provider eligibility, negotiating grant contracts, conducting site visits, processing payments, and submitting quarterly reports to the state. Key deliverables include establishing a comprehensive administrative framework for grant distribution and monitoring, with a required compliance with Minnesota accessibility standards and human rights requirements. The procurement timeline indicates the contract will run from May 6, 2024, through June 30, 2027, with proposals due by April 16, 2024, and anticipated Responder selection by April 25, 2024. Proposals must be submitted with technical and pricing components separately, and the STATE reserves the right to award to a single or multiple Responders.

The RFP appears to have provisions supporting veteran-owned businesses and includes affirmative action and equal pay requirements, suggesting potential set-aside or preference considerations for certain business types. While specific financial details are not explicitly outlined, the document implies the grant program is designed to support small assisted living providers in transitioning services. No incumbent vendors are mentioned, and no specific budget range is provided in the available documentation. The procurement requires bidders to be registered to participate in the event, indicating a structured approach to vendor qualification. The STATE maintains flexibility in the award process, potentially allowing for comprehensive or segmented contract assignments based on the submitted proposals. Interested parties must carefully review the full RFP documentation to understand the complete scope of requirements, administrative expectations, and potential opportunities within this grant program administration contract.