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Why must the county distribute services funding to the community agency when the contract is between the agency and DSH?
The service contract is between DSH and the county. DSH distributes the service funding to all counties, and the counties distribute the funding to the agency.
Is there a copy of the IST Infrastructure Project PFA form available to view, or does the RFP include everything needed to submit a proposal?
A sample Program Funding Agreement is available on the IST website under Resources. […]
Can a county apply for IST Infrastructure funding independent of the service contract and vice versa?
A service contract can be obtained without an IST Infrastructure Project. However, IST Infrastructure Project funding cannot be secured without a service contract.
How should applicants determine the number of IST beds to request before a specific property is identified and/or the size of the project is clear?
Consider capacity and the maximum number of beds identified by DSH for each county, and then apply for as many beds as needed to build/renovate residences. The first step is to propose as many beds as possible, then submit individual applications for each specific residential unit.
Can IST Infrastructure funding be utilized to purchase or renovate a mental health rehabilitation center?
A county may use this funding to purchase and renovate a residential facility licensed as an MHRC and may use the daily bed rate provided in the service contract to pay for services at an MHRC. However […]
Is funding available to pay overhead expenses once a facility is built but before individuals are placed?
DSH will provide $228.00 per day per resident, up to a maximum of $125,000 for an anticipated 18-month length of stay, to cover the costs of wraparound services. Due to the stipulations set forth regarding service funds, funds will only be issued for filled beds. […]