Contract Opportunities

SENIOR NUTRITION SERVICES IN SKAGIT COUNTY

The Northwest Regional Council (NWRC) is soliciting responses to its Request for Proposals from qualified providers who are interested in contracting to provide Congregate and Home-Delivered Senior Nutrition Services in Skagit county for July through December 2026. The Senior Nutrition program provides nutritionally sound and satisfying meals at multiple locations as well as home-delivered meals throughout Skagit County. In addition to healthy meals, the program offers opportunities for socialization, information on healthy aging, and meaningful volunteer roles.

It is anticipated that the successful RFP candidate will contract for the amount of $554,664 and the six-month contract will be from July 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026, depending on quality of responses and funding availability. It is anticipated that two twelve-month annual renewal contracts will be available in 2027 and 2028, depending on need, performance, and funding availability.

RFP Timeline

RFP Documents

Northwest Regional Council (NWRC) developed the Request for Proposal (RFP) describing the schedule, scope of work, qualifications, requirements, and instructions for completing the RFP. The complete RFP packet is available to download below.

Application Deadline

Responses to this RFP must contain all required elements, to be completed and returned to NWRC no later than 5:00 pm, Wednesday, March 4th, 2026. Responses must be submitted electronically to NWRCContracts@dshs.wa.gov, please include the subject line, “RFP Senior Nutrition Services.” NWRC is an Equal Opportunity Agency. Small, Minority, and Women-Owned Business Enterprises are encouraged to apply. “

Health Related Social Needs (HRSN) Contracting

NWRC is currently contracting for the following services provided through the Health-Related Social Needs program:

• Nutrition Support Services (Medically Tailored Meals)
• Home Accessibility Modifications
• Home Adaptation Devices

If you provide one of the services listed above and would like more information on how to apply for a contract, please email NWRCContracts@dshs.wa.gov. 

Medicaid Waiver Provider Contracting

NWRC manages DSHS contracts with local providers that serve clients who are eligible for Medicaid long term services. Service authorizations and payment for claims are completed through the Health Care Authority’s ProviderOne payment system. For more information on ProviderOne, please visit https://www.hca.wa.gov/billers-providers-partners/providerone/providerone-social-services.

If you provide one of the services listed below and would like more information on how to apply for a contract, please visit https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/home-and-community-services/information-potential-medicaid-contractors. You can find a complete description, applications and sample contracts for each of these services at this site.

Completed application packets and supporting documents can be sent to NWRCContracts@dshs.wa.gov, or mailed to:

ATTN: Contracts Unit
600 Lakeway Avenue
Bellingham, WA 98225

NWRC currently considers the following provider types as the areas of greatest need:

• Adult Day Care
• Adult Day Health
• Client Training
• Community Choice Guiding
• Home Care Agencies
• Housework and Errands
• Behavior Support Service (Consultation and Technical Assistance)
• Skilled Nursing
   

WA Cares Fund Contracting

The WA Cares Fund is Washington State’s long-term care insurance benefit program, created to help eligible Washington residents pay for approved long-term services and supports when they need assistance with activities of daily living. Eligible beneficiaries may access WA Cares benefits to receive approved services from contracted providers once benefits are activated.

NWRC manages contracts with local providers delivering services funded through the WA Cares Fund and is actively contracting and expanding its provider network to serve eligible individuals within our service area. The WA Cares Fund is administered by the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS).

If you provide one of the services listed below and are interested in contracting under the WA Cares Fund, providers may apply now. Providers with questions or who would like additional information about WA Cares contracting are encouraged to contact NWRCcontracts@dshs.wa.gov.

Services eligible for contracting under the WA Cares Fund include:

• Adult Day Services
• Dementia and Behavioral Supports
• Education and Consultation
• Environmental Modifications
• Home Care Agency Services
• Home Safety Evaluation
• Home-Delivered Meals
• Housework and Errands
• Personal Emergency Response Systems
• Professional Nursing Services
• Transportation
• Yardwork and Snow Removal

For additional information about the WA Cares Fund, including program requirements and approved services, please visit the WA Cares Fund provider page: https://wacaresfund.wa.gov/providers

The WA Cares Fund Provider Toolkit, which includes service definitions, provider eligibility criteria, and application guidance, is available at: https://wacaresfund.wa.gov/providers/toolkit

Providers may submit a WA Cares provider application at: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/fad212f28ee140bb9268dc8a4d5d339b

Non-Medicaid Waiver Contracting

NWRC manages a variety of contracts funded through the Older Americans Act, the Family Caregiver Support Program, Non-Emergency Medical Transportation, the Health Homes program, and the Dementia Capable Communities Program. For more information about contracting with NWRC under these programs, please reach out to NWRCContracts@dshs.wa.gov.