Outreach Preparedness Coordinator

The state of Kansas, through the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), is seeking an Outreach Preparedness Coordinator to provide technical assistance and outreach to local health departments within the state, specifically in the jurisdictions of Shawnee County and Topeka City. The successful bidder will be responsible for providing preparedness-related training and technical assistance, facilitating communication between KDHE and the local health departments, and collaborating on grant requirements. The contract period is from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2026, with an option to renew for one additional 36-month period. The RFP specifies that the contractor must reside within the state of Kansas and have a minimum of 5 years of experience providing technical assistance and outreach to local health departments. Proposals are due by May 16, 2024, at 2:00 PM CDT, and questions must be submitted by April 25, 2024.

The RFP includes provisions for bidder preferences, such as the Disabled Veteran Owned Business and Certified Business categories. Bidders must indicate if they are claiming any such preferences. The total contract value is not to exceed $280,000, with annual payments capped at $56,000. The RFP also includes terms and conditions related to conflict of interest, debarment of state contractors, and the state's accounts receivable set-off program.