The Department of Health and Human Services (Department) is seeking a Fiscal Agent for Atypical Services (FAAS) as defined in this Request for Proposal (RFP) document. This document provides instructions for submitting proposals, the procedure and criteria by which the awarded Bidder will be selected, and the contractual terms which will govern the relationship between the State of Maine (State) and the awarded Bidder. The Department is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resiliency, and opportunity to all Maine Residents. The Department’s Office of Aging and Disability Services (OADS) is responsible for the provision of services that promote the highest level of independence, health, and safety of older citizens, vulnerable adults, and adults with disabilities. The Department has been providing Atypical Services to Members eligible under Section 19 of the MaineCare Benefits Manual (MBM) and its Homeward Bound Program, which include: Environmental Modifications (i.e., in one’s home); Institutional Respite Care; Personal Emergency Response Service; Assistive Technology including Remote Monitoring and Transmission; and/or Household Start-up.
