Self-Employment Technical Assistance

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) number DPHHS-RFP-2026-0626AB for Self-Employment Technical Assistance services, seeking a vendor to provide comprehensive support to eligible individuals with disabilities pursuing competitive integrated employment and self-employment opportunities. The primary objective is to deliver technical assistance that helps individuals with disabilities develop and implement self-employment strategies and vocational goals. The procurement encompasses professional services related to workforce development, specifically targeting facilitator and editing services that support disability employment initiatives. The RFP was released on August 25, 2025, with proposals due on October 3, 2025, at 2:00 PM MDT, and will utilize three primary commodity codes: Professional Services for Editing & Writing Services, Facilitator Services, and Workforce Services. Vendors must register through the electronic Montana Acquisition and Contracting System (eMACS) and can access additional resources at https://spb.mt.gov/eMACS-Resources. The primary contact for this solicitation is Amanda Battin, reachable at Amanda.Battin2@mt.gov or +1 406-444-9665, who can provide further details about the technical assistance requirements.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided documents, vendors will need to complete comprehensive registration in the eMACS system, with Profile 2 registration required for contract awardees. The payment terms are structured as Net 30, suggesting potential ongoing or project-based compensation for the selected vendor. Although specific budget ranges are not disclosed, the technical assistance program indicates a focused, individualized approach to supporting disability employment initiatives. Vendors will need to demonstrate expertise in disability employment, self-employment strategies, and technical assistance delivery. The solicitation suggests a preference for vendors with proven experience in workforce development, particularly those specializing in supporting individuals with disabilities in creating sustainable self-employment pathways. Technical support for the procurement process is available through the eMACS Help Desk at 406-444-2575, and vendors are encouraged to review the eMACS Vendor Handbook for comprehensive registration and participation guidelines.