Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP) In Ventura County Request for Proposals (RFP) #MS-2526-59

The California Department of Aging (CDA) has issued Request for Proposals (RFP #MS-2526-59) for the Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP) in Ventura County, seeking a qualified local government or private nonprofit organization to provide comprehensive social and health care management services. The primary objective is to support Medi-Cal eligible individuals aged 60 and over who qualify for nursing facility care but prefer to remain at home. The selected contractor will be responsible for maintaining a caseload of 200 participant slots and delivering care management services, with specific budget allocation requirements: at least 30% for Care Management, no more than 40% for Care Management Support, and a minimum of 20% (approximately $214,240) for Waiver Services. The RFP requires proposers to demonstrate expertise in senior care management, with a comprehensive proposal detailing service delivery methodologies, staffing plans, and participant support strategies. Key dates include a proposal submission deadline of April 7, 2025, at 4:00 PM PST, with an anticipated Notice of Intent to Award on May 2, 2025. The initial contract term will run from June 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, with potential annual renewals contingent upon satisfactory performance.

The procurement includes set-aside preferences for small businesses, with a 5% allocation for Small Business/Microbusiness and an additional 5% for Non-Small Business Subcontractors. The Target Area Contract Preference Act (TACPA) provides additional preferences ranging from 1-4% for qualifying organizations. The current incumbent contractor is Ventura County Area Agency on Aging, which will be replaced by the new awardee. The total annual budget for this contract is $1,071,200, with an additional one-month agreement amount of $89,267 for June 2025. Eligible proposers must be capable of integrating with existing senior services infrastructure and demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of Medi-Cal eligible senior care management. Organizations responding to the RFP should carefully review all requirements, as failure to comply with any specifications may result in proposal rejection. The contract aims to provide continuous, high-quality support for seniors, enabling them to maintain independence and receive necessary health and social services within their community.