DHS SS FY25 statewide independent living

Here is a summary of the state and local contracting opportunity:

This is a sole source contract opportunity posted by the Illinois Department of Human Services, Division of Rehabilitation Services, to award a contract to the Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) to develop and implement the federally required and approved State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL) for the state of Illinois. The SILC is the sole organization in Illinois that is federally mandated to perform this function under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The contract term is for one year from July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025, with the potential for renewals. The budget for the SILC includes $175,698 in federal Subpart B funds and $60,830 in federal program income funds. The pricing is determined to be fair and reasonable based on a review of historical costs for similar services and positions.

The sole source justification states that the SILC is the only entity authorized to perform the federally mandated functions outlined in the Rehabilitation Act, and the use of another procurement method would compromise the state's receipt of federal funding. A public hearing will be held to determine whether the sole source award is appropriate, unless an interested party submits written comments or requests a public hearing by March 15, 2024. No additional set-asides, incumbent contractors, or award value ranges are provided.