Description
The Commonwealth of Kentucky, through its Cabinet for Health and Family Services, is seeking a single vendor to provide comprehensive Financial Management Services (FMS) for participants who self‑direct services under five 1915(c) HCBS waiver programs. The vendor will handle payroll, electronic visit verification integration, background‑check processing, tax reporting, benefits administration, and regular reporting to participants, case managers, and the Department for Medicaid Services. Services must be statewide, support current and future participants, and meet strict compliance, security, and performance standards. The contract is expected to begin on August 1 2026 (subject to delay) and will run for an unspecified term with ongoing obligations for data transition, training, and quality assurance.
• Scope covers five waiver programs: Acquired Brain Injury (ABI), ABI‑LTC, Home & Community‑Based (HCB), Michelle P. Waiver (MPW) and Supports for Community Living (SCL).
• Required functions include payroll processing (minimum semi‑monthly), EVV system integration, background/drug/TB screening, tax form assistance, and monthly usage reporting.
• Vendor must maintain a secure, user‑friendly online portal, provide 8 am‑6 pm ET support, and develop a service‑level agreement within 15 days of award.
• Transition plan required to migrate existing data from local CMHCs and ADDs to the new statewide system.
• Mandatory compliance with HIPAA, state Medicaid regulations, and a Business Associate Agreement.