Transition and Diversion Program services

The North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services, Adult and Aging Services Section, is seeking a noncompetitive procurement for the North Dakota Transition and Diversion Program (TDP) services. The solicitation (Number 325-25-190-065) targets transition coordination, assistance, outreach, and overall coordination services for individuals with disabilities in the state's southwest quadrant, specifically serving counties covered by Badlands and West Central Behavioral Health Clinics. Key deliverables include two full-time dedicated transition coordination positions, with services focused on moving individuals from group living facilities to home and community-based settings. Transition Coordinators will utilize the Therap system for documentation, including case notes, spending requests, and functional assessments, and must process referrals through the Aging and Disabilities Resource Link (ADRL). The contract period runs from November 1, 2025, through June 30, 2027, with options for two additional 24-month renewal periods. Vendors must submit electronic responses through the State Procurement Office Online system by September 5, 2025, at 11:00 AM CT, with comprehensive documentation including billing forms SFN 542 and SFN 1763.

The procurement is specifically intended for the Dakota Center for Independent Living, Inc., which appears to be the sole source for these services based on their specialized capacity, transition and diversion training, reporting expertise, and ability to rapidly respond across the quadrant. The program will fund one-time moving cost reimbursements up to $1,500 per transition, with potential additional funding available on a case-by-case basis. The total contract value will not exceed $500,000, which includes $200,000 for salary, fringe, and overhead costs, and $300,000 for client-specific reimbursements. Services can be provided for up to 90 days post-transition, with potential extension to 180 days for nursing home transitions, subject to State Program Administrator approval. The program is designed to support older adults and individuals with physical and intellectual disabilities, focusing on preventing institutionalization and supporting moves to more appropriate living environments. While no specific set-aside designations are noted, the noncompetitive nature of the procurement suggests a unique provider qualification for the Dakota Center for Independent Living, Inc.