17/0278 - Ryan White Program Part A and Minority AIDS Initiative (MAI) Services (D)

The contract is for Ryan White Program Part A and Minority AIDS Initiative (MAI) Services, providing HIV care and treatment for low-income, uninsured, and underserved individuals. The contract is valued at $8,249,334 and is set to expire on February 28, 2023. The contract has multiple vendors, including AIDS Healthcare Foundation, and has a renewal option. The contract is administered by the Harris County Purchasing department and is funded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Key aspects of the contract include: • Providing optimal HIV care and treatment for people with HIV who are low-income, uninsured, and underserved • Improving medical outcomes for individuals with HIV • Supporting access to medical care and retention in care • Funding services that support access or retention to medical care • Ensuring uninterrupted HIV services for residents living with HIV • Aligning with the goal of Public Health