Description
The State of South Carolina Department of Mental Health is soliciting providers to deliver Homeshare Residential Services – a state‑run program that matches homeowners with non‑relative clients who need safe, supervised housing. Providers act as independent contractors, host clients in their own homes, and receive a guaranteed monthly stipend of $1,393 (with client contributions possible). The contract is a fixed‑price award with an initial one‑year term and up to four one‑year renewal options (maximum five‑year duration). Providers must meet health‑ and safety‑code standards, complete required training, maintain required documentation (Abuse/Neglect statement, Privacy Practices acknowledgment), carry liability insurance, and submit monthly invoices for payment via EFT.
• Service categories: Standard Homeshare ($1,393/month), Standard Respite (up to $46.43 per 24‑hr day), Enhanced Respite (up to $50 per 24‑hr day, limited to four centers).
• Geographic coverage: Providers must reside in one of eleven designated catch‑area centers across South Carolina (e.g., Columbia, Charleston‑Dorchester, Waccamaw, etc.).
• Vendor requirements: SC vendor registration, background checks, insurance, signage (SLED poster), and compliance with Directive 885‑07 (abuse/neglect) and Directive 837‑03 (privacy).
• Submission deadline: June 30 2026, 11:00 AM. Award was posted 11/17/2021; contract may be extended annually.