FTBS - Family Together Building Solution Branch County

Summary of the State and Local Contracting Opportunity:

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is seeking a contractor to provide Families Together Building Solutions (FTBS) services in Branch County, Michigan. The FTBS program is designed to assist families with substantiated claims of neglect or abuse by providing strengths-based, solution-focused intervention techniques and support services tailored to each family's needs and goals. The goal is to reduce future maltreatment and prevent unnecessary placement of children in foster care, allowing them to remain safely with their families whenever possible. The services will be provided to approximately 90-120 families over a 3-year contract period, with a maximum award amount of $255,000. Proposals will be evaluated based on criteria such as bidder experience, staffing, training, program implementation, and demonstrated ability to meet performance outcomes. The deadline for submitting proposals is March 14, 2024.

This contract opportunity does not appear to have any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The RFP does not identify any incumbent vendors or current contractors. Bidders are required to submit a Pricing Matrix (Schedule B) detailing the proposed unit rates and number of eligible clients to be served for the FTBS services, as well as any actual costs for specific assistance and transportation over the contract period.