North Carolina eVP #30-26118R-EIPD

North Carolina DHHS seeks comprehensive brain injury support services including assessment, cognitive rehabilitation, and job placement

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (NC DVR), is seeking proposals for comprehensive Brain Injury Support Services (BISS) to assist individuals with significant brain injuries. - Government Buyer: - North Carolina DHHS, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, Employment and Independence Program Division - Scope of Services: - Assessment with complete report for up to 62 consumers - Cognitive rehabilitation and career exploration (two phases, up to 44 and 42 consumers respectively) - Job placement and support for employment and independence (up to 35 consumers) - Successful 90-day job placement follow-up (up to 29 consumers) - Service Model Requirements: - Must include therapeutic cognitive rehabilitation to help individuals adjust to cognitive and physical limitations - Services span from initial assessment through job placement and extended follow-along support - Staffing and Accreditation: - Providers must have Certified Brain Injury Specialist credentials and meet accreditation standards - Notable Requirements: - Outcome-based milestones for each phase - Compliance with state and federal employment and non-discrimination laws - Vendor registration with North Carolina Electronic Vendor Portal (eVP) - No specific OEMs or product vendors are named; procurement is strictly for specialized services - Contract Term: - Initial term from March 1, 2027, to October 31, 2027, with two optional one-year renewals - Estimated Quantities: - 29 to 62 consumers per milestone - No physical products or equipment are requested; focus is on professional services for brain injury rehabilitation and employment support.

Description

The State of North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is seeking an outcome-based comprehensive service to provide brain injury support. The service should cover the consumer from assessment through job placement, closure, and extended follow-along supports. The model should include a therapeutic cognitive rehabilitative component to assist individuals in adjusting to their functional limitations, whether cognitive, physical, or both. This solicitation is for a service contract related to daily living activities, mobility, and occupational treatment.

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