Connecticut Ryan White Part B Core and Support Service

The Connecticut Department of Public Health is seeking proposals to deliver eight core and seven support services under the Ryan White Part B Program across all nine Connecticut Council of Government planning regions, including Capitol, Greater Bridgeport, Lower Connecticut River Valley, Naugatuck Valley, Northeastern, Northwest Hills, South Central, Southeastern, and Western. Eligible applicants include community-based organizations, HIV service providers, Federally Qualified Health Centers, community health centers, local health departments, and other qualified healthcare providers. The solicitation, numbered 2027-2030, was posted on July 20, 2026, with a submission deadline of August 31, 2026, and is open to state and local government entities under the SLED classification. Services must be structured to meet the needs of individuals living with HIV across the state, ensuring equitable access to comprehensive care regardless of geographic location. Proposals must align with state-mandated service delivery standards and demonstrate capacity to operate within the designated regions while adhering to federal guidelines for Ryan White funding. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Africka Hinds, reachable via email at dph.hiv-rfp@ct.gov or phone at 860-509-8030. All submissions and communications must be directed through the official Connecticut State Procurement Portal, with no exceptions. The program emphasizes coordination, cultural competency, and continuity of care, targeting underserved populations and aiming to reduce disparities in HIV outcomes. Successful applicants will be expected to implement services with measurable outcomes and robust reporting mechanisms to ensure accountability and program effectiveness.