Continuum of Care Rental Assistance Program

The Baltimore County Department of Health, Bureau of Behavioral Health, is seeking a qualified non‑profit organization to operate the Continuum of Care Rental Assistance Program. The contractor will provide rental assistance and coordinated supportive services to individuals and families with behavioral‑health diagnoses who are experiencing homelessness, with the goal of achieving self‑sufficiency and permanent housing. Funding comes from a State of Maryland Behavioral Health Administration grant and County allocations. The contract requires compliance with HIPAA, submission of detailed reports, adherence to American‑manufactured‑goods requirements, and meeting MBE/WBE participation goals. The award will be made through a competitive RFP process; proposals must be submitted electronically by the deadline. • Target population: homeless individuals/families with behavioral‑health diagnoses. • Services: rental assistance, case management, linkage to supportive services, reporting. • Funding sources: State BHA grant + County funds. • Required vendor: qualified non‑profit, good standing with Maryland SDAT, able to meet insurance and compliance obligations. • Key dates: Issue Oct 8 2026, Pre‑proposal teleconference Nov 4 2026, Questions due Nov 25 2026, Proposal due Dec 2 2026. • Submission: electronic via OpenGov portal; technical and price proposals separate. • Evaluation factors: qualifications, past performance, cost, MBE/WBE participation, ability to meet program outcomes.