30-26118R-EIPD_BISS_Sourcing Event

The State of North Carolina DHHS seeks a qualified vendor to deliver comprehensive, outcome‑based Brain Injury Support Services (BISS) for individuals with traumatic brain injuries. The contract covers the full service continuum—from initial assessment, cognitive rehabilitation, career exploration, employment placement, to extended follow‑along support—under a milestone‑driven model. Vendors must provide therapeutic cognitive rehabilitation, case management, and vocational counseling, meeting federal and state compliance (including E‑Verify, accreditation, and reporting requirements). The initial term runs March 1 2027 through October 31 2027 with two optional one‑year renewals, and the total estimated funding is about $2 million. • Service scope: assessment, cognitive rehab, career exploration, job placement, post‑placement follow‑up. • Target population: adults with significant brain injuries, including veterans. • Funding: $1.574 M federal + $0.426 M non‑federal (≈ $2 M total). • Contract length: 8 months (initial) with up to two 1‑year extensions. • Mandatory qualifications: NC vendor registration, accreditation, background checks, E‑Verify compliance. • Deliverables: milestone reports, invoicing via ENCORE system, performance monitoring.