Transition and Diversion Program services

The North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services, through its Adult and Aging Services Section, is seeking a noncompetitive procurement for Transition and Diversion Program (TDP) services in the Northwest quadrant of North Dakota. The solicitation (number 325-25-190-067) covers comprehensive transition coordination services for individuals with disabilities, focusing on relocating individuals from group living facilities to home and community-based settings. Service providers will be responsible for facilitating transitions, providing transition coordination through two full-time positions, and offering post-transition follow-up support for up to 90 days (extendable to 180 days for nursing home transitions). Required deliverables include detailed documentation through the Therap system, completion of specific state assessment forms, and continuous service delivery. The procurement has a submission deadline of September 5, 2025, at 11:00 AM CT, with responses to be submitted electronically through the State Procurement Office Online system. The contract period will run from November 1, 2025, through June 30, 2027, with potential for two 24-month renewals.

The procurement appears to be specifically targeting Independence Inc. from Minot, ND, as the intended service provider, based on their demonstrated expertise in serving diverse populations including older adults and individuals with physical and intellectual disabilities. The total contract value is not to exceed $400,000, allocated as $200,000 for salary, fringe, and overhead costs, and $200,000 for client-specific reimbursements. One-time moving cost reimbursements of up to $1,500 per transition are available, with potential for additional case-by-case funding. Referrals will be managed through the Aging and Disabilities Resource Link (ADRL), and service providers must comply with state policies and maintain flexibility in handling unpredictable referrals across the Northwest quadrant. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly noted, the noncompetitive nature of the procurement suggests a unique qualification requirement based on the vendor's specialized capabilities in transition coordination services.