RFP 26-001-72 Questions and Answers No. 3

Shelby County, Tennessee is seeking a qualified vendor to serve as the Fiscal Management Service (FMS) provider and employer of record for participants who elect self‑direction of personal assistance services. The vendor will manage payroll, workers‑compensation, background checks, and all employment‑related costs within a capped hourly rate of $29 and a participant‑budget cap of $7,850 for a 12‑month authorization period. Services are reimbursed on a cost‑reimbursement basis with monthly invoicing due by the 5th of the following month and payment within 30 days. The program currently has no active self‑directed participants; eligibility is determined annually by the County’s Adult Community Management Services (ACMS). • Act as employer of record, handling payroll, taxes, benefits, workers‑comp, and required background checks for providers. • Manage participant budgets (max $7,850/yr) and submit monthly cost‑reimbursement invoices (capped at $29/hr). • Provide monthly budget reporting, electronic authorization data handling, and ensure compliance with Tennessee background‑check statutes.