Montana DPHHS Community Stabilization Services RFP - DPHHS-RFP-2027-0687AB
Montana Department of CommerceLocal Housing Authority · Helena, MT- Due
- Sep 29, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 28, 2026
- Primary contact
- Amanda Battin
- (406) 444-9665
The 30-second brief
The Montana DPHHS is seeking proposals from counties or municipalities to expand community-based stabilization services and infrastructure to reduce forensic mental health facility waitlists. Proposals are due September 29, 2026.
Business Information document, Scope of Work response, Offeror Qualifications, Budget Worksheet, Trade Secret Affidavit (if applicable)
Mandatory requirements, Contract exceptions, Equal Pay for MT Women bonus (5%), Scored criteria
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Summary
The Montana DPHHS is seeking proposals from counties or municipalities to expand community-based stabilization services and infrastructure to reduce forensic mental health facility waitlists. Proposals are due September 29, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Mandatory requirements
- Contract exceptions
- Equal Pay for MT Women bonus (5%)
- Scored criteria
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Business Information document
- Scope of Work response
- Offeror Qualifications
- Budget Worksheet
- Trade Secret Affidavit (if applicable)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Business Information
- Scope of Work
- Offeror Qualifications
- Budget Worksheet
- Contract Exception form
- Trade Secret Affidavit
- Submit to
- eMACS portal
- Scope location
- Montana
- Reported agency
- Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Montana Department of Commerce?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 29, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: eMACS portal. For questions, contact Amanda Battin.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Montana Department of Commerce in MT, 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 Amanda Battin at (406) 444-9665. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Business Information document, Scope of Work response, Offeror Qualifications, Budget Worksheet, Trade Secret Affidavit (if applicable). Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Mandatory requirements, Contract exceptions, Equal Pay for MT Women bonus (5%), Scored criteria" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Montana Department of Commerce?
All active and historical solicitations from Montana Department of Commerce are tracked and searchable. As a local housing authority agency, Montana Department of Commerce regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Business Information, Scope of Work, Offeror Qualifications, Budget Worksheet, Contract Exception form, Trade Secret Affidavit. Review the full document from Montana Department of Commerce for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Montana. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.