Grant writing and evaluation services

The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (SCBHDD), specifically the Office of Mental Health (OMH), is soliciting proposals for Grant Writing and Evaluation Services through Solicitation Number 54-28828. The procurement aims to establish a Qualified Provider List (QPL) of contractors to support OMH in researching, writing, and evaluating grants primarily focused on mental health services. The agency anticipates applying for approximately 50 grants annually, predominantly targeting Department of Health and Human Services Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration funding opportunities. Providers will be selected based on specialized expertise in areas such as homelessness, children and adolescent mental health services, and integrated primary and behavioral health care. The solicitation requires vendors to submit comprehensive documentation including experience details, key personnel credentials, grant writing and evaluation history, and professional references. The maximum fixed hourly rate for grant writing services is set at $100, with grant evaluation service compensation not exceeding the amount allocated in each grant's approved budget. The solicitation was issued on 10/6/2025, with proposals due by 10/21/2025 at 3:00 PM, and the anticipated contract term ranges from 11/10/2025 to 11/09/2030, including an initial one-year term with four potential one-year renewal options.

The procurement includes provisions for minority business participation and requires vendors to comply with specific state and federal guidelines, including HIPAA and confidentiality regulations. Potential contractors must complete vendor registration and demonstrate tax compliance. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly mentioned, the solicitation appears to encourage diverse vendor participation. The contract structure allows for multiple providers to be included on the Qualified Provider List, suggesting a competitive but inclusive selection process. Compensation will be determined on a per-project basis, with evaluation services tied directly to individual grant budgets. The five-year maximum contract duration provides stability for selected providers while maintaining flexibility for the agency to adjust its contractor roster. Vendors will need to demonstrate substantial experience in grant writing and evaluation, with a particular focus on mental health and related social service domains. The procurement represents a significant opportunity for consulting firms and grant specialists with expertise in behavioral health service funding and program development.