When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due June 26, 2026. Questions must be submitted by June 4, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $3,190,000.

It was issued by Michigan Department Of Health And Human Services. The work is located in Lansing, Michigan, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Experienced in child welfare, foster care, and adoption services. Proven track record with statewide program implementation. Familiarity with Michigan's social services systems. Ability to address complex placement barriers for youth. Experience working with government contracts in social services.

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Overview

Healthcare Services, Wellness & Biotech

Lansing, Michigan, United StatesPosted: June 12th, 2026Deadline: June 26th, 2026

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SUMMARY

Seeking a provider for expert services under the Permanency and Connections Expert (PACE) program to help foster youth in Michigan achieve stable, family-like placements.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must possess a bachelor’s degree in social work or a related field
Must have prior child welfare experience
Must complete all required state and federal background checks
Must maintain insurance coverage as specified in the contract
Must be registered in the SIGMA VSS system
Must submit a completed Confidential Treatment Form
Must demonstrate ability to facilitate difficult conversations
Must have knowledge of the Michigan foster care system
Must be able to utilize the MiSACWIS/CCWIS application

BUDGET

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$3,190,000

CONTRACT DURATION

36 months

TIMELINE

Pre-proposal meeting: June 3rd, 2026

Deadline for bidder questions: June 4th, 2026

Anticipated date for answers: June 9th, 2026

Proposal deadline: June 26th, 2026

Anticipated contract begin date: October 1st, 2026

QUESTION DEADLINE

June 4th, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

Michigan Department Of Health And Human Services

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DESCRIPTION

The government authority in Michigan is seeking a vendor to provide Permanency and Connections Expert (PACE) services statewide. The PACE program is a newly expanded initiative that replaces the previous Adoption Resource Consultant (ARC) program, broadening its scope and impact across the state.

The program is focused on supporting youth in foster care, particularly those with goals of reunification or adoption who encounter unique challenges in finding family-like placements. The objective is to help these youth achieve stable, long-term placements in family environments efficiently by addressing the barriers they face. Vendors are expected to deliver expert services and innovative strategies to help foster youth transition more effectively into permanent homes.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due June 26, 2026. Questions must be submitted by June 4, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: The published budget is $3,190,000.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Michigan Department Of Health And Human Services. The work is located in Lansing, Michigan, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Experienced in child welfare, foster care, and adoption services
Proven track record with statewide program implementation
Familiarity with Michigan's social services systems
Ability to address complex placement barriers for youth
Experience working with government contracts in social services

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