Continuum of Care Rental Assistance Program

The Baltimore County Department of Health, Bureau of Behavioral Health/Local Behavioral Health Authority is soliciting proposals under solicitation P-10000548 for a qualified non-profit vendor to operate the Continuum of Care Rental Assistance Program. This initiative provides permanent housing and supportive services to individuals and families experiencing homelessness who have a severe behavioral health disability, specifically targeting those with serious mental illness or co-occurring disorders. The selected vendor must provide rental assistance for a minimum of 38 units monthly and employ a trauma-informed, person-centered, and outcome-based service model to help participants achieve self-sufficiency. The program is subject to strict federal and state regulations, including HUD CoC program rules under 24 CFR 578, Federal Housing Quality standards per 24 CFR 882.109, and federal income eligibility requirements under 24 CFR 813.106. Compliance with the Single Audit Act, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and HIPAA/HITECH confidentiality laws is mandatory. Award decisions will be based on a combination of technical ability, professional references, proposal quality, and price. Proposals must be submitted via the procurement portal by December 2, 2026, and must include a technical proposal and a detailed price proposal with budget justification.