Contracted Residential Evaluators

The State of Washington's Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS), through its Aging and Long-Term Support Administration and the Developmental Disabilities Administration, is planning to award multiple contracts to qualified firms or individuals to serve as residential community setting evaluators. These contracts will span four years, beginning July 1, 2024, and concluding June 30, 2028. The purpose of these evaluations is likely to ensure compliance with residential care standards and support quality assurance efforts within community-based settings. The solicitation, identified as number 2434-846, was posted on April 4, 2024, with a response deadline of June 30, 2024. The contracts are open to entities classified under NAICS code 623210, which pertains to residential care facilities, and are managed by the Washington Department of Social and Health Services. Interested parties can contact Donna Beatty via email or phone for further information or to submit responses. The contracting process emphasizes selecting evaluators capable of assessing residential care environments in accordance with state standards, ensuring that services provided in community settings meet regulatory and quality benchmarks. The solicitation is accessible through the provided online link, offering detailed instructions and requirements for prospective applicants.