Establishment Project 2027

The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration Disability & Rehabilitation Services is issuing an RFP (Establishment Project 2027) to fund and improve community rehabilitation programs (CRPs) that are registered with Vocational Rehabilitation. The contract will support capacity‑building activities such as staffing, training, and supplies to enhance vocational rehabilitation services—including discovery, job‑readiness, supported employment, on‑the‑job supports, and youth services—aimed at increasing competitive integrated employment outcomes for individuals with disabilities. Interested CRPs must submit a bid by November 4, 2026. • Target audience: public or nonprofit CRPs registered as VR employment service providers. • Scope of work: improve service delivery, expand staffing and training, provide required supplies, and implement employment‑related services. • Funding: covers allowable costs for approved staffing, training, and supplies as defined by the Bureau of Rehabilitation Services. • Deliverables: enhanced program capacity, documented improvements in employment outcomes, compliance with 34 CFR 361.49(a)(1). • Deadline: 11/04/2026 3:00 PM EST; no pre‑bid meeting or site visit indicated.