Community-Based Young Child Wellness Project for Families Living

The Hawaii State Department of Health is seeking a qualified community-based, non-profit organization to implement the Linking Actions for Unmet Needs in Children’s Health (LAUNCH) project, which aims to promote wellness among young children from birth through age eight. The project focuses on collaborating with organizations that support families residing in or near low-income housing, with the goal of developing and executing a model that enhances early childhood health and development. The contract is valued between $500,000 and $1,500,000 and is open to organizations classified under NAICS code 541611, indicating a focus on administrative management and general management consulting services. The solicitation was posted on May 3, 2024, with a deadline for responses set for May 10, 2024. Interested organizations are encouraged to review the detailed requirements and submit their proposals through the Hawaii Electronic Procurement System. The primary contact for this opportunity is Ian Tholen, who can be reached via email or phone for further inquiries. This initiative underscores Hawaii’s commitment to addressing early childhood health disparities by fostering community partnerships and targeted interventions in underserved populations.