All Vendor Conference 2024-07-09 Meeting Recording

The La Crosse County All Vendor Conference held on July 9, 2024, focused primarily on procurement and contracting updates relevant to county human services and community providers. Key procurement discussions included upcoming Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for services such as the Senior Life newspaper publication, corporate guardianship services, and Comprehensive Community Services (CCS) including individual skill development, wellness management, medication management, and psychoeducation. The county emphasized changes in the CCS RFP to align services across multiple counties and improve clarity on service definitions and credentialing requirements. Vendors were encouraged to carefully review the RFP documents and submit budget rate-setting forms to ensure accurate cost representation. The meeting also covered the annual budget packet process, including CPI-based rate adjustments and contract renewals, with packets expected to be sent out in August and returned by early September. Additionally, updates on provider credentialing, training requirements, and audits were discussed, highlighting the importance of compliance and quality assurance. The county announced plans to implement an ethics guide and training for non-licensed staff in 2025 and introduced new supervision requirements for mental health providers. Attendees were invited to participate in ongoing coordination committees to influence program policies and vendor opportunities.