Projects for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness (PATH)

The State of Montana, Department of Public Health and Human Services, issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) to provide a contractor to support the delivery of services and resources to individuals who have serious mental illness, may have re-occurring substance use disorder, and are homeless or at imminent risk of homelessness. The selected vendors, Action, Inc., South Central MT Regional MHC, and Union Gospel to Missoula, will provide services such as outreach, screening, habilitation, and housing coordination. The contract has a total of 1000 points available, with evaluation criteria including scope of services, company profile and experience, resumes, and cost proposal. The vendors were selected based on their ability to meet the requirements of the RFP, and their proposals were evaluated based on a scoring guide that considered factors such as the number of services listed, years of experience, and quality of resumes. The contract is expected to provide essential services to individuals in need, and the selected vendors have demonstrated their ability to deliver these services effectively. Some key points from the contract include: • The contract is for a period of one year, with the possibility of renewal. • The vendors will provide services in various locations throughout Montana, including Butte, Missoula, and Helena. • The contract has a total budget of $500,000, with funding allocated for personnel, fringe benefits, supplies, and travel. • The vendors will be required to submit regular reports and participate in quarterly meetings with the Department of Public Health and Human Services. • The contract includes provisions for confidentiality and data protection, as well as requirements for compliance with state and federal regulations.