NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the County of Mariposa Human Services Department (MCHSD) is seeking a nonprofit, community-based organization to operate a wellness center that will provide supportive services and linkages to community members, specifically ensuring the establishment of a safe and welcoming place for adults with a full spectrum of mental health issues from episodic to severe. The population served may include, but is not limited to, veterans, formerly incarcerated, non-violent individuals, the homeless, and those in alcohol/drug recovery, and other community participants. Specifically, three funding streams will be used to comprise a total grant award of $125,000. Interested organizations are encouraged to review the Request for Proposals (RFP) and apply according to the instructions.  Proposals are due Friday, May 1, 2015 by 5 p.m. and should not exceed 10 pages in length not including attachments.

Submit proposals electronically to Randy Ridenhour at: rridenhour@mariposahsc.org. They can be in either Word or PDF formats. Budgets should be in Excel format.

A copy of the RFP can be obtained at Mariposa County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (MCBHRS) at 5362 Lemee Lane in Mariposa.  In addition, there are copies posted at the Mariposa County Public Library and on the bulletin board outside the assessor-recorder’s office at the County Hall of Records.  

An electronic copy is available for viewing and printing on the Mariposa County website at: www.mariposacounty.org under the Human Services Department, - Behavioral Health & Recovery Services, - “Mental Health Services Act Information”.  An electronic copy can be sent via email upon request.  Please phone Randy Ridenhour at: (209) 966-2000 to request a copy.

We welcome your full participation in the RFP process. We encourage interested organizations to submit a proposal for consideration.

If you have any questions, please phone Randy Ridenhour at: (209) 966-2000.

The County makes all programs available to all persons regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual preference, marital status, or handicap.

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