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RFP: FY25/26 Funding to support Home and Community Based Services Final Rule

octubre 19, 2026

PROYECTO: FY25/26 Funding to support Home and Community Based Services Final Rule

FECHA DE LANZAMIENTO: October 19^El, 2026

FECHA LÍMITE DE PRESENTACIÓN: November 6^El, 2026, 11:59 pm

Objetivo:

On Friday, March 19, 2026, the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) released a directive regarding funding available to regional centers to be used to support compliance with Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Final Rule. Home and Community Based Services (HCBS).

The Directive indicated the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-26 enacted budget included $15 million in purchase of service funding to assist providers in maintaining ongoing compliance with the HCBS Final Rule, and to support broader work in each community, which promotes and sustains quality service provision. Regional centers should work collaboratively with people who receive services, their families when appropriate, and the service provider community to prioritize the use of available funds to meet the needs of individuals served in their local area.

In accordance with the March 19, 2025, directive North Los Angeles County Regional Center (NLACRC) is seeking qualified consultants to support HCBS compliance within the catchment area. NLACRC sought input from individuals who receive services, their families, and the service provider community regarding use of the $826,792 allotted within the NLACRC catchment area. Of $826,792.00, $100,00.00 was awarded to support Community Integrated Employment & Workforce Development. NLACRC is releasing this Request for Proposal (RFP) to seek qualified individuals and or agencies for the following project:

Project #1 – Community Integrated Employment & Workforce Development

The Contractor(s) will develop and implement activities designed to expand community integrated employments opportunities for individuals served by the Regional Center by strengthening access to education, workforce development resources, targeted training, and practical skill-building opportunities. Proposed activities may include workshops, informational sessions, career exploration, resource fairs, networking opportunities, and other innovative approaches that support job readiness and workforce participation.

The Contractor(s) will cultivate partnerships with local employers, educational institutions, service providers, and community-based organizations to increase access to meaningful employment opportunities and promote inclusive hiring practices. Through collaboration, resource sharing, and community engagement, projects will improve employment outcomes and advance Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE) opportunities for individuals served by the Regional Center. The funding for this project is up to $100,000. Multiple projects may be considered.

RESERVATION OF RIGHTS:

NLACRC se reserva el derecho de solicitar o negociar cambios en una propuesta, de aceptarla total o parcialmente, o de rechazarla por completo. NLACRC se reserva el derecho de retirar esta Solicitud de Propuestas (RFP) y/o cualquier punto de la misma en cualquier momento y sin previo aviso. NLACRC se reserva el derecho de descalificar cualquier propuesta que no cumpla con las directrices de la RFP. Esta RFP se ofrece a discreción de NLACRC.

CRONOGRAMA PREVISTO DE LA SOLICITUD DE PROPUESTAS Y CONFERENCIA PARA SOLICITANTES:

October 19, 2026…………………………..Request for Proposal (RFP) released
October 26, 2026 at 2pm……………….Applicant’s Conference Information Session
November 6, 2026 at 11:59pm……….Deadline for proposal submissions
November 9-20, 2026…………………..Evaluation of Proposals by selection committee
November 20, 2026……………………..Notice to applicants regarding award status
December 7, 2026……………………….Vendor Application/Document Due
January 8, 2026…………………………..Execution of Contract by provider and NLACRC

Conferencia de solicitantes

Se llevará a cabo una reunión informativa para responder preguntas sobre esta RFP el

October 26^El  2:00pm to 3:00pm

https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/247138081580857?p=At3MWtrmt3kK9UA73x

Meeting ID: 247 138 081 580 857

Passcode: wW2au2Mu

La asistencia a la Conferencia de Solicitantes es obligatoria. no Obligatorio para quienes deseen postularse, pero altamente recomendable.

 

PAUTAS PARA LA REDACCIÓN DE PROPUESTAS:

El solicitante deberá presentar una propuesta como copia electrónica en formato PDF. Una solicitud será descalificada si no se siguen las instrucciones, no se completan los documentos, no se presentan los documentos requeridos o no se cumple con el plazo de presentación. Todas las propuestas presentadas deben cumplir con los siguientes requisitos:

• Use Standard size format so proposal will print out on a standard 8 ½ x 11
• Proposal must be typed using a standard font (12 ).
• La presentación completa debe not exceed a total of 20 pages.
• Every page must be numbered
• The NLACRC Proposal Title Page must be the first page of the
• The proposal must include a Table of Contents that corresponds to Content
• All Proposal Content Requirements (indicated below) must be addressed in the

 

REQUISITOS DEL CONTENIDO DE LA PROPUESTA:

1. PROPOSAL TITLE PAGE (Utilize form provided- 1 PAGE)
   a. NLACRC WILL ONLY ACCEPT THE PROPOSAL TITLE PAGE PROVIDED FOR THIS RFP PROPOSAL CYCLE. Please provide the name, address, and telephone number of the applicant. If the applicant is a corporation, list the principal members of the corporation and include verification of incorporation. Identify the author(s) of the proposal. List any parties who participated in writing all or part of the proposal. Please print legibly.
2. TABLA DE CONTENIDO
3. PRESUPUESTO
   a. Include projected amounts for salaries and related fringe costs, travel (in state only), equipment costs, supplies, marketing/outreach, indirect costs (no more than 15%)b. Include all other projected related costs
4. STATEMENT OF OBLIGATION (Utilize form provided- 1 page)
5. APPLICANT’S EXPERIENCE & BACKGROUND INFORMATION (Utilize form provided)
   a. Provide a 1-2 page summary of the applicant’s qualifications that details education, knowledge, and experience providing services to persons with developmental disabilities that are in line with HCBS Final Rule, include a brief description of applicant’s experience in ensuring HCBS compliance through remediation and or validation.b. Provide a copy of your resume with at least two (2) references with addresses and telephone numbers, and a statement permitting that references may be verified by NLACRC. Applicants should be aware that the selection committee will contact references or other sources to corroborate any information provided in the proposal. Applicants must include training certificates to demonstrate training in Person center Planning/Thinking.
6. ESQUEMA DEL PLAN DE NEGOCIOS Y DEL PROYECTO
   a. Please note this no es a program design. A. Provide a brief (no longer than one page) description of the Business and Staffing Plan that will be utilized for this project- including, but not limited to: Name and vendor number of any related organization- if applicable, brief description indicating the financial solvency of any related organization – if applicable, qualifications of staff who will provide consultation services.b. Provide a brief (no longer than one page) overview of the project plan and services that will be provided- including, but not limited to: Identify and describe the project philosophy, Identify and describe the method of interaction with service providers that will be utilized g.: clinic, 1:1, mentorship, round table, environment(s) where services will be provided e.g.: in person, virtual, sample curriculum/activities to be offered, timeline of activities and service hours, capacity or number of service providers who will receive consultation, sample HCBS Assessment Tools utilized, describe anticipated outcomes of proposed project and how achievement of outcomes will be measured.
7. DS1891 MEDICAID INEGRITY FORM (Utilize form provided – 4 pages)
8. ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION – IF APPLICANT IS SUBMITTING AS AN ORGANIZED ENTITY, I.E. ORGANIZATIO, CORPORATION, OR LLC.
9. DECLARACIÓN DE EQUIDAD Y DIVERSIDAD
   a. Provide a statement outlining applicant’s plan to serve diverse populations, including, but not limited to, culturally and linguistically diverse populations.b. Provide examples of commitment to addressing the needs of diverse populations.c. Provide additional information relevant to issues of equity and diversity.

PRESENTACIÓN DE PROPUESTAS:

Todas las propuestas deben cumplir con las Pautas para la redacción de propuestas y los requisitos de contenido que se detallan a continuación. El solicitante debe enviar la propuesta completa a HCBScompliance@nlacrc.org. No fax copies or physical copies dropped off at NLACRC will be accepted. The proposals must be complete, typewritten, collated, page numbered, and Enviar electrónicamente ÚNICAMENTE por correo electrónico.. If a deadline is indicated within the Writing Guidelines, no proposals will be accepted after the deadline. Applicants responding to the RFP shall bear all costs associated with the development and submission of a proposal.

Debido a las limitaciones de correo electrónico, NLACRC recomienda que las propuestas se envíen en varios correos electrónicos (es decir, tres o más). Asegúrese de etiquetar los correos electrónicos en función de la cantidad de correos electrónicos: por ejemplo, 1 de 3, 2 de 3, etc. Si su serie de correos electrónicos no genera un correo electrónico de respuesta final, los archivos eran demasiado grandes y no se recibieron.

Attachment A: HCBS Proposal Title Page FY 25-26
Anexo B: Declaración de obligación
Attachment C: DS 1891 Medicaid Integrity Form