Notice of invitation to submit bids for direct services to older adults

Edgecombe County is seeking proposals for direct services to older adults through the Home and Community Care Block Grant (HCCBG) program. The procurement opportunity encompasses eight specific service categories: Congregate Nutrition, Home Delivered Meals, Transportation, In-Home Aides Services, Consumer Directed Services, Housing & Home Improvement, Mental Health Counseling, and other allowable HCCBG Services. Potential bidders must submit written proposals to the Edgecombe County Finance Department located at 201 St Andrew St, PO Box 10, Tarboro, NC 27886, with a strict submission deadline of April 8, 2025, no later than 2:00 pm. All bids must be sealed and clearly marked "HCCBG Bid" and addressed to Mrs. Linda Barfield. Interested parties can obtain bid specifications by contacting Linda Barfield directly at 252-641-7840 or lindabarfield@edgecombeco.com. A critical requirement for all awarded funds is a mandatory 10% provider match, which vendors must be prepared to demonstrate.

While the solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements, the broad invitation suggests an inclusive approach to potential service providers. The procurement appears open to both public and private agencies, corporations, and vendors capable of delivering comprehensive senior services. No specific budget ranges or award values are explicitly stated in the documentation, nor are incumbent vendors identified. The scope of services indicates a comprehensive approach to supporting older adults across multiple essential service domains, with potential for multiple awards across the eight identified service categories. Prospective bidders should carefully review the full bid specifications and be prepared to demonstrate their capacity to deliver high-quality, targeted services that meet the specific needs of older adults in the community.