A. County seeks qualified organizations to deliver culturally appropriate services and interventions to the Target Populations, through the AAHP. The AAHP is committed to eliminating health disparities and improving the number of years and quality of life for the Target Populations.
B. When new contract(s) are awarded as a result of this Request for Proposals (RFP), the County requires a smooth transition between the present provider of these services and the new provider(s) (“Contractor(s)”) that will be awarded a contract resulting from this RFP. The intent of the County is for the Contractor to continue to focus on health disparities, specifically focusing on disease prevention, health promotion and wellness. Disease categories and health disparities will include, but are not limited to, infant mortality/low birth weight, maternal health, STI education/support services, an integrated approach to chronic disease management and prevention for health conditions including cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, mental health, opioid awareness/abuse/education, and oral health. Services to be provided must include outreach activities, health education, disease prevention, wellness education, support groups, dissemination of information, testing and referrals, and nurse case management. These services must be provided within the framework of the AAHP and DHHS strategic plans and in collaboration with the DHHS, the AAHP Executive Committee, AAHP subcommittees, and other possible entities.
The Contractor(s) may subcontract for components required under the Scope of Services. In a subcontracting arrangement, the prime contractor has complete responsibility for and is fully accountable for the performance of the Scope of Services proposed to be provided under any contract awarded as a result of this RFP.
