What the buyer needs
AI summaryThe government authority in Minneapolis, MN, seeks homelessness federal program assistance services. Services will be provided to individuals aged 18 and older with serious mental illness who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness. All questions regarding this solicitation must be submitted no later than December 11, 2026.
Scope of work
- Outreach services to identify, contact, engage, and build rapport with potentially eligible persons
- General case management services for enrolled participants with verified SMI or co-occurring SMI and SUD
- Designate a minimum of 1.0 FTE to PATH outreach and general case management services
- Limited housing services for enrolled participants, such as Coordinated Entry Assessments
- Participate in Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) and submit quarterly and annual PDX data
- Administer the PATH Care Experience Survey to enrolled participants annually
- Submit monthly financial reports in the Enterprise Grants Management System (EGMS)
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Form 1: Application Cover Page | Pass/Fail |
| Form 2: Responder Information | Not specified |
| Form 3: PATH Intended Use Plan | Not specified |
| Form 4: Budget Proposal | Not specified |
Minimum qualifications
- Non-profit organizations and local units of government
- Must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI)
- Financial and capacity review required prior to a grant award of $50,000 or more
Documents to include with your response
- Form 1: Application Cover Page
- Form 2: Responder Information
- Form 3: PATH Intended Use Plan
- Form 4: Budget Proposal
- Responder Information and Declarations (DHS-7020-ENG)
- Exceptions to Sample Contract and RFP Terms and Conditions (DHS-7019-ENG)
- Disclosure of Funding Form (DHS-7018-ENG)
- Documentation to Establish Financial Stability (DHS-7896-ENG)
How to submit
- Method
- Electronic via Foundant, HHSSA’s online grants management system
- Instructions
- Submit electronically through Foundant prior to the deadline. Late or incomplete responses will not be accepted.
