Bid guide
How to bid on Family Assistance Program services for Health and Human Services
What Health and Human Services is buying
The Michigan Health and Human Services agency is seeking a contractor to provide Family Assistance Program (FAP) services in Alcona and Iosco Counties. These services include family coaching on child nurturing, home management, nutrition, transportation, support for appointments and hearings, and utilizing community resources. The program also covers Infant Safe Sleep practices and parenting-time support.
The goal of these services is to reduce the risk of child abuse, neglect, and out-of-home placement.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This Request for Proposals (RFP) was published on July 17, 2026. The deadline for submitting your proposal is August 14, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. All responses must be submitted by this time.
Late submissions will likely not be considered, so plan to submit your proposal well in advance of the deadline.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for firms with experience in family and social services, particularly those offering support in areas like child nurturing, home management, nutrition, and transportation. The work involves direct family coaching and support to prevent child abuse and neglect.
The solicitation is categorized under Family and Social Services (Including Shopping and Buying Services), indicating a need for providers with expertise in these specific areas.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full solicitation, go to the Michigan SIGMA Vendor Self Service portal. Once there, open the "View Published Solicitations" section. You do not need an account to browse.
Search for solicitation number RFP-491-260000002381-1. Open the matching result to view all details and attached documents. To download documents or submit your proposal, you will need to register a free vendor account on the portal. Follow the instructions within the solicitation to submit your response before the deadline.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review all two documents posted with the solicitation to understand the full scope of services required. Pay close attention to any specific requirements for staffing, experience, or reporting.
When preparing your proposal, clearly demonstrate your firm's experience in providing similar family assistance or social services. Highlight your capabilities in areas such as child nurturing, home management, nutrition, and transportation support. Emphasize your understanding of the program's goals, particularly in preventing child abuse, neglect, and out-of-home placements. Ensure your proposal is well-organized, addresses all requested information, and is submitted on time through the Michigan SIGMA Vendor Self Service portal.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Health and Human Services; the original posting controls.