DDA FY26 Residential Expenses (July)

Solicitation Doc837015 is a Request for Qualification for a Human Care Agreement (HCA) issued by the District of Columbia's Department on Disability Services (DDS). The contract focuses on providing residential habitation and supported living supports for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities under the Medicaid Waiver program. The agreement establishes a framework for managing occupancy-related residential expenses, including food, clothing, medical expenses, and supplies, with a one-year term and four subsequent option years. This is a small business set-aside solicitation, and awards are based on the best interest of the District, considering the provider's qualifications, financial and professional responsibility, and compliance with the HCBS Settings Rule. Applicants must submit a comprehensive package via the District's Ariba E-Sourcing system, including a Certificate of Clean Hands, a First Source Employment Agreement, and a Revised Employment Plan mandating that 51 percent of new jobs be filled by DC residents. Key requirements include providing evidence of fiscal responsibility, criminal background checks for key personnel, and proof of liability insurance. Performance is monitored through verified leases and receipts for reimbursement, and providers must adhere to strict fire safety and property management inspection standards. Failure to provide all mandatory documentation listed in the application checklist will result in a non-responsive determination.