FP - Parent Education Home-Based for Midland/Gladwin

This state and local contract opportunity is a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) to procure a provider for Parent Education - Home Based services in Midland and Gladwin Counties. The selected contractor will provide instruction in families' homes to educate parents on parenting skills, life/home management skills, parent/child interaction skills, and other topics based on client needs. The services aim to support families at risk of having their children removed due to child abuse and/or neglect. The RFP specifies detailed service requirements, including conducting home visits, administering parenting skills assessments, providing individualized services for up to six months, and facilitating access to community resources. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the SIGMA Vendor Self Service (VSS) website by March 8, 2024. Proposals will be evaluated based on criteria including experience, delivery capability, and service understanding, with only those receiving a score of 80 points or more considered for award.

The RFP does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. While the provided documentation does not identify any incumbent vendors or current contractors, it does state that the proposed unit rate should be based on a total estimated award of $314,922.00 ($104,974.00 per fiscal year), with an additional $69,900.00 ($23,300.00 each fiscal year) allocated for transportation. The contract term is for three years, from October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2027.