Independent Living Training and Technical Assistance
ID: 75P00125R00008Type: Solicitation
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HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFOFFICE OF THE ASSISTANT SECRETARY FOR ADMINISTRATION (ASA)PROGRAM SUPPORT CENTER ACQ MGMT SVCROCKVILLE, MD, 20857, USA

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Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services (541611)

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SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER (R499)
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    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Administration for Community Living, is seeking a contractor to operate the Independent Living Training & Technical Assistance Center (IL T&TA Center). This initiative aims to provide expert training and technical assistance to enhance independent living services for Centers for Independent Living (CILs), Statewide Independent Living Councils (SILCs), and Designated State Entities (DSEs), with a focus on compliance, innovative service delivery, and support for underserved populations. The contractor must possess specialized experience in CIL and SILC operations and demonstrate a commitment to culturally competent services, particularly for tribal communities and non-native English speakers. Interested parties can contact Mary Rainey at Mary.Rainey@psc.hhs.gov or call 202-868-7482 for further details.

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    The Administration for Community Living (ACL) aims to fund a contract for the Independent Living Training & Technical Assistance Center (IL T&TA Center), designed to enhance independent living services for stakeholders, including Centers for Independent Living (CILs), Statewide Independent Living Councils (SILCs), and Designated State Entities (DSEs). The contract entails a Firm Fixed Price approach for providing expert training and technical assistance to ensure compliance with statutory standards and improve operational outcomes. Key goals include innovative service provision, peer counseling, advocacy, and community transition support for individuals with disabilities. The contractor must demonstrate specialized experience in CIL and SILC operations and a commitment to culturally competent services, with an emphasis on supporting unserved and underserved populations, including tribal communities and non-native English speakers. The initiative will also focus on developing tools and resources for better outreach, engagement, and support, thereby enhancing the capacity of the IL network. An evaluation plan will track and assess the effectiveness of T&TA services, aiming to enhance independence and community involvement for individuals with disabilities. This funding opportunity aligns with federal initiatives to empower and support individuals with disabilities through strengthened independent living services.
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