Minnesota Department of Health - Community-Based Suicide Prevention Coalition Grant - RFP 2026
Minnesota Department of Health | State of MinnesotaState · St. Paul, MN- Due
- Jan 8, 2027
- 57 days left
- Posted
- Oct 23, 2026
- Contract term
- 4 years
The 30-second brief
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) is soliciting proposals to support community-based suicide prevention coalitions across Minnesota, aiming to strengthen mental wellbeing and prevent suicide through locally driven, comprehensive approaches. Grantees will bring together multisector partners and community members to perform community assessments, asset mapping, prioritization, strategy selection, action planning, and evaluation over a four-year grant period from July 1, 2027 to June 30, 2031. Up to $1,000,000 per year is available to fund approximately 10 awards, with estimated award maximums of $125,000 per year and minimums of $100,000 per year. The application deadline is January 8, 2027, at 4:30 p.m. CT, with a non-binding Letter of Intent requested by November 25, 2026, and a question deadline of January 4, 2027.
100-point scale based on weighted application questions found in the grant application portal
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Summary
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) is soliciting proposals to support community-based suicide prevention coalitions across Minnesota, aiming to strengthen mental wellbeing and prevent suicide through locally driven, comprehensive approaches.
Grantees will bring together multisector partners and community members to perform community assessments, asset mapping, prioritization, strategy selection, action planning, and evaluation over a four-year grant period from July 1, 2027 to June 30, 2031. Up to $1,000,000 per year is available to fund approximately 10 awards, with estimated award maximums of $125,000 per year and minimums of $100,000 per year. The application deadline is January 8, 2027, at 4:30 p.m. CT, with a non-binding Letter of Intent requested by November 25, 2026, and a question deadline of January 4, 2027.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
100-point scale based on weighted application questions found in the grant application portal
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Completed application
- Work plan
- Budget
- Letters of Commitment from identified coalition members
- Position description for coalition/grant coordinator
- Completed Due Diligence Review Form
- Completed Conflict of Interest Form
- Submit to
- https://www.grantinterface.com/sl/vfb9sR
- Duration
- 48 months
- Scope location
- St. Paul, MN
- Reported agency
- Minnesota Department of Health
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Minnesota Department of Health | State of Minnesota?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 8, 2027. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.grantinterface.com/sl/vfb9sR.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Minnesota Department of Health | State of Minnesota in MN, 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.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "100-point scale based on weighted application questions found in the grant application portal" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 4 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of January 8, 2027, 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Completed application, Work plan, Budget, Letters of Commitment from identified coalition members, Position description for coalition/grant coordinator, Completed Due Diligence Review Form, Completed. Review the full document from Minnesota Department of Health | State of Minnesota for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: St. Paul, MN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.