MDVA_DEIA Workgroup Facilitation RFP

The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) is seeking proposals from qualified organizations to support efforts aimed at addressing disparities within the Veteran homeless response system across Minnesota. The primary focus is to facilitate the work of the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) Workgroup by fostering inclusive conversations and ensuring that diverse voices are heard in identifying and addressing systemic inequities. The project also involves collaborating with statewide partners to analyze and promote equity throughout the Veteran homeless response system, which includes the critical Homeless Veteran Registry that connects Veterans experiencing homelessness with housing and services. The goal is to enhance coordination and ensure Veterans have access to permanent housing in a manner that is efficient, equitable, and responsive to their needs. The contract, with a value ranging from $50,000 to $150,000, is intended to establish a partnership with a vendor capable of facilitating these DEIA-focused discussions and systemic analyses. The selected organization will play a key role in supporting the MDVA’s mission to create a more equitable system for Veterans experiencing homelessness, ultimately aiming to make their pathway to stable housing rare, brief, and non-recurring. The solicitation was posted on May 3, 2024, with a response deadline of May 28, 2024, and the primary point of contact is the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Legal Department.