Opportunity
Delaware Department of Health and Social Services #HSS-26-042
AmeriCorps Formula Grant Applications for Community Service Programs (2026/2027)
Posted
April 08, 2026
Respond By
April 20, 2026
Identifier
HSS-26-042
NAICS
813319
Delaware Health and Social Services is inviting proposals for the AmeriCorps Formula Grant Applications 2026/2027 to support local service programs addressing critical community needs. - Government Buyer: - Delaware Health and Social Services (DHSS) - Products/Services Requested: - AmeriCorps State Grant Program Services - Focus areas include: - Serving underserved communities - Youth mental health and substance use recovery - Veteran and military family support - Environmental stewardship - Civic bridgebuilding - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; this is a grant opportunity for service programs - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Applicants must submit a supplier diversity plan, inclusion policy, and information on diverse subcontractors - Attestation required that non-public State of Delaware data will not be stored or transferred outside the United States - Completion of various forms and appendices is mandatory (e.g., Vendor Information, Non-Collusion Statement, Business References, Readiness Self Assessment, Sam.gov Registration) - Managed via the Bonfire procurement portal
Description
This solicitation is a Request for Proposal (RFP) for AmeriCorps State grants supporting local service programs addressing critical community needs. Applicants must respond to at least one focus area such as serving underserved communities, youth mental health, veteran support, environmental stewardship, or civic bridgebuilding. The opportunity is managed through an online portal with key dates including a question deadline on April 20, 2026, and a submission deadline on May 26, 2026. Various supporting documents and required forms are provided to assist applicants in preparing their proposals.