656019 - FY27 RFP PHTHMRH27002 for Sexual Violence Prevention

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services seeks a statewide organization to lead a comprehensive sexual‑violence‑prevention program and to expand training for Sexual Assault Response Teams (SART) across Iowa. The contractor will provide evidence‑informed, data‑driven programming, capacity‑building, technical assistance, and evaluation services, while coordinating with multiple partners and delivering statewide training to diverse audiences. • Develop and deliver training/technical assistance to parents, educators, caregivers, youth‑serving organizations, and SART members across all six Iowa regions. • Identify, support, and evaluate local sexual‑assault prevention programs using a public‑health approach and measurable risk‑/protective‑factor frameworks. • Manage a $243,000 annual budget (up to $1.458 M total), submit monthly reimbursement claims, and provide semi‑annual progress reports, an annual training plan, and performance‑measure reports. • Maintain at least 1 FTE with expertise in sexual‑violence prevention, program evaluation, and contract/financial management; submit detailed staff bios and subcontract plans. • Comply with state contractual terms, insurance requirements, and security certifications; adhere to strict reporting deadlines and a 1 % annual disincentive holdback.