Iowa Department of Health and Human Services - Thrive Iowa Initiative RFP - 2026
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services | State of IowaState · Des Moines, IA- Due
- Nov 16, 2026
- 1 day left
- Primary contact
- Naiki Adams
- (319) 892-6700
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Summary
The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services solicits proposals to select qualified respondents to serve as backbone organizations for the Thrive Iowa initiative.
Thrive Iowa is a community-led initiative utilizing the collective impact model with support from Restore Hope to move families from crisis to career. Overarching goals include family stability in 13 areas of Social Determinants of Health, family preservation, prevention of child welfare crisis, training, collaborative case management, and technical support. Proposals are due by November 16, 2026, at 12:00 PM.
- Submit to
- 1305 E Walnut ST, Des Moines, IA, 50319
- Scope location
- Polk, IA
- Reported agency
- Iowa Department of Health and Human Services
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Iowa Department of Health and Human Services | State of Iowa?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 16, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: 1305 E Walnut ST, Des Moines, IA, 50319. For questions, contact Naiki Adams.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Iowa Department of Health and Human Services | State of Iowa in IA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Naiki Adams at (319) 892-6700. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Iowa Department of Health and Human Services | State of Iowa?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 16, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. Review the full document from Iowa Department of Health and Human Services | State of Iowa for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Polk, IA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
