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Ohio Department of Higher Education Ohio Behavioral Health Scholarship Program RFP 2026

Ohio Department of Higher Education | State of Ohio
Due
May 29, 2026
Deadline passed
Posted
Apr 27, 2026

The 30-second brief

What they're buying

Seeks proposals for the Ohio Behavioral Health Scholarship Program to increase licensed behavioral health workers through scholarships and internship stipends for graduate/professional degree students in eligible behavioral health fields.

What you must deliver

Proposals, Budget and Budget Narrative, Project Narrative, Cover Letter, Student Participation Agreement (Attachment III), Excel budget spreadsheet (Attachment I), Scoring Rubric (Attachment II)

How it's scored

Proposal Criteria: Project Design, Matching Institutional Gift Aid, Marketing Plan, Student Selection/Awarding/Tracking Process, Eligibility Criteria/Program Requirements, Alignment with Competitive Priorities. Project Plan, Budget Narrative, Scoring Rubric.

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Summary

Seeks proposals for the Ohio Behavioral Health Scholarship Program to increase licensed behavioral health workers through scholarships and internship stipends for graduate/professional degree students in eligible behavioral health fields.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

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  • Proposal Criteria: Project Design
  • Matching Institutional Gift Aid
  • Marketing Plan
  • Student Selection/Awarding/Tracking Process
  • Eligibility Criteria/Program Requirements
  • Alignment with Competitive Priorities

Project Plan, Budget Narrative, Scoring Rubric.

REQUIRED DELIVERABLES

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  • Proposals
  • Budget and Budget Narrative
  • Project Narrative
  • Cover Letter
  • Student Participation Agreement (Attachment III)
  • Excel budget spreadsheet (Attachment I)
  • Scoring Rubric (Attachment II)

REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS

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  • Attachment I: Budget and Budget Narrative (Excel spreadsheet)
  • Attachment II: Scoring Rubric
  • Attachment III: Student Participation Agreement
Submit to
https://rfp.ohiohighered.org/rfp/93/apply
Scope location
Ohio
Reported agency
Ohio Department of Higher Education

Questions about this RFP

How do I respond to this RFP from Ohio Department of Higher Education | State of Ohio?

Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 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: https://rfp.ohiohighered.org/rfp/93/apply.

Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?

Most government agencies, including Ohio Department of Higher Education | State of Ohio in OH, 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.

What are the key deliverables?

The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Proposals, Budget and Budget Narrative, Project Narrative, Cover Letter, Student Participation Agreement (Attachment III), Excel budget spreadsheet (Attachment I), Scoring Rubric (Attachment II). 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: "Proposal Criteria: Project Design, Matching Institutional Gift Aid, Marketing Plan, Student Selection/Awarding/Tracking Process, Eligibility Criteria/Program Requirements, Alignment with Competitive P..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.

Where can I find more RFPs from Ohio Department of Higher Education | State of Ohio?

All active and historical solicitations from Ohio Department of Higher Education | State of Ohio are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, Ohio Department of Higher Education | State of Ohio 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: Attachment I: Budget and Budget Narrative (Excel spreadsheet), Attachment II: Scoring Rubric, Attachment III: Student Participation Agreement. Review the full document from Ohio Department of Higher Education | State of Ohio for the complete list.

What is the scope of this project?

This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Ohio. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.

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