Questions and Answers related to RFP

• Total funding available: $3 million from state legislature • Maximum proposal amount: $750,000 per organization • Project period: 1 year, with possibility of 1-year no-cost extension • Start date: November 1, 2025 (Award date: July 1, 2025) • Eligibility requirements: - Must be registered to do business in Alabama - Must have Executive Director managing daily operations - Must obtain ADMH certification before services begin • Key service details: - Provides mental health and substance abuse intervention for Alabama veterans - Can be local, regional, or statewide in scope - Funding can cover either staff costs or direct service provision - No predetermined target number of individuals to serve • Selection process: - Proposals evaluated by Selection Committee - Awards based on alignment with VMHSC Comprehensive Plan and Evidence-Based Practices - Multiple awards possible, not restricted by region • Implementation note: 4-month preparation period between award and service start date for certification process