Description
The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services is offering up to $1 million in Opioid Settlement Funding for FY 26 Round 2. Applicants must propose and implement opioid‑abatement strategies that align with the national “Exhibit E” list, deliver services between 30 June 2026 and 29 June 2028, and demonstrate at least two years of relevant experience. Proposals must include a detailed work plan, a budget with no equipment costs, collaboration with three partner organizations, and a cash match of ≥ 25 % to earn extra scoring points. The award will be a one‑year contract (possible extension to a second year) with performance‑incentive payments if service start‑up windows are met.
• Up to $1 M total award; $1 M available in Year 1, optional extension to Year 2.
• Required deliverables: staffing plan, service‑area definition, evidence‑based or community‑based approach, outreach, data‑collection and quarterly reporting.
• Eligibility: Iowa‑based (or qualifying out‑of‑state) non‑profit/government entity with ≥ 2 years opioid‑related experience; must not have received prior Iowa opioid settlement funds.
• Mandatory collaboration: letters of support or MOUs from at least three partner organizations.
• Budget constraints: no equipment purchases, salary cap $203,700, indirect costs ≤ 25 % (or ≤ 15 % if no NICRA), unallowable costs listed in the RFP.