Transition and Diversion Program services

The North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Adult and Aging Services Section, is seeking a provider for the North Dakota Transition and Diversion Program (TDP) services in the Northeast quadrant of the state. The procurement is a noncompetitive purchase for transition coordination services targeting individuals with disabilities, with the primary objective of facilitating transitions from group living facilities to home and community-based settings. The selected vendor will be responsible for managing two full-time dedicated positions to coordinate transition activities, with services payable for up to 90 days post-transition (180 days for nursing home transitions). Required deliverables include comprehensive transition coordination, functional assessments, transition plans, and risk assessments, to be documented through the Therap case management system using specific state forms. The solicitation (Number 325-25-190-068) requires electronic submission through the State Procurement Office Online system by September 5, 2025, at 11:00 AM CT, with vendors having an opportunity to demonstrate equivalent or superior service capabilities. The contract period will run from November 1, 2025, through June 30, 2027, with options for two 24-month renewals.

The intended source for this contract is Options Resource Center for Independent Living, Inc., which was selected based on specialized capacity in transition and diversion training, reporting expertise, and rapid referral response across various population groups. The total contract value will not exceed $350,000, comprising $200,000 for salary, fringe, and overhead, and $150,000 for client-specific reimbursements. The program provides financial support for transition-related expenses, including one-time moving costs up to $1,500 per transition, with potential for additional case-by-case funding. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly stated, the procurement emphasizes serving individuals with physical and intellectual disabilities, particularly those covered under a Department of Justice Settlement Agreement. The state reserves the right to adjust rates during renewal options and potentially amend the contract to expand performance or scope with additional funding. Transition coordination services will be paid at the current waiver service rate for Community Transition Services, with a rural differential rate available for qualifying visits.