Request for Proposals for a Grantee to Provide Culturally and Developmentally Appropriate Prevention and Intervention Mental Health Services to Young Children Ages Birth through Five-Years-Old and their Families

The Minnesota Department of Human Services, through its Behavioral Health Administration, is seeking proposals from qualified organizations to strengthen early childhood mental health services for children from birth to five years old and their families. The initiative aims to improve access to culturally and developmentally appropriate prevention and intervention mental health services, particularly targeting uninsured and underinsured populations. The contract, expected to last five years from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2030, will involve a funding range between five million and fifteen million dollars, supporting efforts to expand mental health capacity for young children and their families across Minnesota. Interested responders must submit their proposals by February 21, 2025, with the solicitation identified as number d4675. The project emphasizes culturally sensitive approaches and developmental appropriateness, ensuring services meet the diverse needs of young children and their families. The contracting officer overseeing this process is Kristina L. Peart, and additional information about the RFP can be accessed through the Minnesota Department of Human Services website. This initiative reflects a strategic effort to enhance early childhood mental health infrastructure and service delivery statewide, addressing gaps in care for vulnerable populations.