Opportunity Overview
The Vermont Department for Children and Families, Family Services Division posted RFP_FSD_Transportation_9.11.26, Vermont Business Registry Bid ID 75146, on September 11, 2026. The solicitation seeks contractors to provide Transportation and/or Supported Family Time Services for children, youth, and families referred by DCF across Vermont, with particular service need identified in the Bennington, Brattleboro, and Springfield districts.
Deadline
September 18, 2026 at 4:30 PM EST. The official DCF RFP states the proposal deadline with the EST time-zone designation. Bidders should continue checking the live Vermont Business Registry record for any written addendum that changes the deadline.
Funding and Contract Value
No fixed maximum contract value or total procurement amount is published on the controlling Vermont Business Registry listing. Atlas does not use third party estimated contract values as verified funding.
Scope
The current solicitation materials describe two service lanes: standard transportation for children and youth in State custody or otherwise referred for services, including transportation connected to family time, school, appointments, and related needs; and Supported Family Time services that provide a safe setting for contact between children or youth and noncustodial parents while addressing family challenges that may include substance use or mental health concerns.
The current solicitation index states an anticipated January 1, 2027 start, an initial two year contract term, and options for up to three additional twelve month renewals. Bidders should verify all current terms, insurance requirements, background checks, service area commitments, pricing, references, forms, and attachments in the posted RFP before submitting.
Submission and Questions
The current solicitation materials identify the DCF Grants and Contracts Unit at ahs.dcfcontractsandgrantsrfp@vermont.gov for written questions and proposal administration. No bidders conference is listed. Responses and any amendments should be checked against the controlling Vermont Business Registry record before submission.
Atlas Fit Analysis
Atlas Opportunity Score: 60/100. This is a newly posted statewide child and family services procurement with a short response window and a meaningful human services scope.
N9+ Fit: 0/100. The verified scope does not procure remote physical examination technology, telehealth equipment, or clinical examination services.
QC Healthcare Fit: 5/100. Transportation may include school or appointment destinations and Supported Family Time may involve families experiencing behavioral health challenges, but the procurement is fundamentally transportation and family support services rather than physician staffing or clinical care.
Official Source
Controlling source: Vermont Business Registry, Bid ID 75146. Review the complete live solicitation and any posted amendments before responding.