In-Home Family Services Alpena-Montmorency

The State of Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Bureau of Grants and Purchasing is soliciting proposals through Request for Proposal (RFP) No. 240000001569 for In-Home Family Services in Alpena and Montmorency Counties. The procurement seeks a provider to deliver in-home guidance and support services to families at risk of having their children removed due to child abuse and/or neglect. The goal is to increase the confidence and competence of parents in nurturing their children and providing a healthy, safe environment. The contract will be for a 3-year term from June 1, 2024 through September 30, 2026, with a maximum award value of $249,000. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the SIGMA Vendor Self Service (VSS) website by April 8, 2024. Vendors should note that SIGMA VSS will be unavailable for a period from April 18 to April 24, 2024 due to a system upgrade, during which time they will not be able to access the solicitation or submit proposals.

The RFP does not indicate any set-aside requirements or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. There is also no information provided about any incumbent vendors or contractors currently providing these services. The RFP specifies a total allocation of $200,500 for the in-home family services, with an additional $41,000 for transportation and $7,500 for specific assistance. The State reserves the right to award the contract to the responsive and responsible bidder who offers the best value, which may not be the lowest price.