Transition and Diversion Program services

The North Dakota Department of Human Services is pursuing a noncompetitive procurement to provide the North Dakota Transition and Diversion Program services within the Southwest region of the state, including counties served by the Badlands and West Central Behavioral Health Clinics. The contract, with an initial period from November 1, 2025, to June 30, 2027, is valued at up to $500,000 and includes services such as transition coordination, assistance, outreach, and overall program management for individuals with disabilities at risk of institutionalization. The intended provider, Dakota Center for Independent Living, Inc., has been identified based on its unique capacity and expertise, but other vendors may submit proposals if they can demonstrate equivalent capabilities. The contract emphasizes strict adherence to state policies, documentation standards via the Therap case management system, and compliance with the Department of Justice Settlement Agreement. It also provides for two renewal options of 24 months each, with possible rate adjustments, and allows for amendments to expand scope or funding. The procurement process requires electronic submission through the State Procurement Office Online system by September 5, 2025, with specific formatting rules including a maximum of five files, each limited to 50MB, and strict alphanumeric naming conventions. The contract stipulates detailed staffing requirements, including the provision of two full-time transition coordinators dedicated solely to the program, responsible for ensuring service continuity and trained in the Therap system. Payment is structured around staff time, client-specific expenses capped at $1,500 per transition, and reimbursement for approved one-time moving costs. The contract also specifies performance standards, inspection and acceptance criteria based on documentation and compliance with state policies, and detailed procedures for billing and reporting. Overall, the agreement is governed by state law and policies, with no explicit federal clauses or standard FAR provisions incorporated, focusing instead on service quality, program compliance, and administrative oversight.