DOH54365 HIV Linkage to care ODH RFI

This contract aims to enhance Ohio's capacity to manage HIV through targeted linkage to care initiatives. It allocates funding to hire at least one Linkage to Care Specialist (LTCS) in each of the 11 HIV prevention regions across the state, with the goal of increasing awareness of HIV status among Ohioans and promoting healthy behaviors. The specialists will work closely with Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) to implement interventions that connect newly diagnosed individuals to appropriate treatment and support high-risk populations with biomedical prevention measures, ultimately reducing transmission rates and public health costs. The project emphasizes providing status-neutral services to ensure individuals receive appropriate care regardless of their HIV status, fostering early intervention and sustained treatment engagement. The solicitation, titled "DOH54365 HIV Linkage to Care ODH RFI," was posted on February 23, 2024, with a response deadline of March 8, 2024. Managed by the Ohio Department of Health, this initiative aligns with the NAICS code 541380, which pertains to other scientific and technical consulting services. The project underscores Ohio's commitment to a statewide, coordinated effort to improve HIV care linkage, leveraging specialized personnel and community-based health centers to achieve measurable public health outcomes. More details about the solicitation can be accessed through the Ohio Buys portal.