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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
AND
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
FY 2026
FOR
ORAL HEALTH CARE SERVICES - MISSOURI
THE RYAN WHITE HIV/AIDS TREATMENT EXTENSION ACT OF 2009
RYAN WHITE PART A
ISSUANCE DATE: 08/04/2026
DUE DATE: 08/21/2026
City of St. Louis Department of Health
Grants Administration
Ryan White & HOPWA Programs
1520 Market St., Room 4027
St. Louis, MO 93103
(314)-657-1581
FY 2026 - Oral Health Care Services - MO - RFP
Table of Contents
I. Bidders’ Pre-Application Conference
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II. Estimated Schedule (Subject to Change)
2
III. Purpose and Intent
3
IV. Contact Person and Questions
4
V. Submission & Deadline
5
VI. Required Qualifications & Certifications
6
VII. Method of Compensation
7
VIII. Scope of Services
8
IX. Required Application Contents
10
X. Program Narrative
12
XI. Application Evaluation and Selection Criteria
15
XII. Miscellaneous Terms and Conditions Applicable to RFP
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A. Amendments
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B. Right to Withdraw Application:
16
C. Contents of Applications
16
D. Respondent’s Responsibility
16
XIII. Standard Contract Terms
16
A. Recordkeeping & Audits
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B. Non-Discrimination Policy
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C. Public Records Law
17
D. Living Wage
18
E. Service Contract Prevailing Wage
18
F. Unauthorized Aliens Affidavit
18
G. Compliance with Anti-Discrimination Against Israel Act Affidavit
18
H. Independent Contractor
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I. Indemnification
19
J. Insurance
19
K. Subject to Appropriation of Funds
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L. Prohibition on Limitation of Liability Clauses
20
M. Termination
21
N. City Data Offshore Use and Storage
21
O. Prohibition of Clickwraps and End User License Agreements
22
P. Earnings Tax Requirements
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XIV. Governing Law and Venue
22
Appendices
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NOTICE
I. Bidders’ Pre-Application Conference
ATTENDANCE RECOMMENDED
DATE:
TIME:
LOCATION:
Monday, August 17, 2026
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Communicable Disease - Grants Administration
City of St. Louis Department of Health
1520 Market St., Room 4027
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CONTACT:
Sylvia Jacksonbell
City of St. Louis Department of Health
Grants Administration Office
1520 Market St., Room 4027
St. Louis, MO 63103
E(3M14A)I6L57P-R1E58F1ERRED: dohga@stlouis-mo.gov
II. Estimated Schedule (Subject to Change)
Date
August 4, 2026
August 11, 2026
August 17, 2026
August 21, 2026
August 24 - 28, 2026
August 31, 2026
September 1, 2026
February 28, 2027
Activity/Time
Issuance of Request for Proposals
Final Submission of Pre-Bidders’ Conference Questions to Contact
Person
Pre-Bidders’ Application Conference
Applications Due - No Later than 4:00pm Central Time
Evaluation/Selection Process
Notification of Award
Tentative Contract Start Date
Tentative Completion of the Project Period with renewal
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Missouri Counties:
Illinois Counties:
The St. Louis TGA
St. Louis City, St. Louis County, St. Charles, Franklin, Jefferson,
Warren and Washington
Clinton, Jersey, Madison, Monroe, St. Clair
III. Purpose and Intent
The City of St. Louis Department of Health (DOH) is seeking proposals for organizations to
provide ORAL HEALTH CARE SERVICES in the Missouri portion of the St. Louis Transitional
Grant Area (TGA), which include dental health care services, outpatient diagnosis, prevention,
and other oral health therapy to persons living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA).
These services are funded by Ryan White Part A funding, which is distributed by the Health
Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human
Services. The funding supports medical and support services for PLWHA, with the primary
objective of improving access to and retention in care.
Key Aspects of the proposal include:
1. Expertise and Capacity: The applicant must demonstrate the ability to provide effective
Oral Health Care Services for PLWHA. This includes a proven track record in facilitating
access to health services and maintaining continuity of care.
2. Services to be Provided:
a. Providing routine dental care and oral health education and counseling;
b. Obtaining a comprehensive medical and oral hygiene history and consulting
c. primary medical providers as necessary;
Providing educational, prophylactic, diagnostic and therapeutic dental services to
d. patients with a written confirmation of HIV status;
Providing medication appropriate to oral health care services, including all
e. currently approved drugs for HIV-related oral manifestations;
Referring patients as needed to health specialists including, but not limited to,
periodontists, prosthodontists, endodontists, oral surgeons, oral pathologists, oral
f. medicine practitioners and registered dietitians;
Maintaining individual patient dental records in accordance with current
g. standards;
Complying with infection control guidelines and procedures established by the
Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS).
3. Proposal Submission
a. Proposals must follow the specific format requirements detailed in section V of
the RFP.
b. The application should address all components specified in sections IX and X.
c. All required attachments must be included for the proposal to be considered.
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This RFP aims to find a partner organization capable of supporting the Ryan White HIV/AIDS
program in meeting the healthcare needs of PLWHA in the St. Louis TGA, ensuring they receive
the care needed in a coordinated and timely manner.
The purpose of this Request for Proposals (RFP) is to ensure a fair and efficient process for
selecting the most qualified, responsive, and responsible proposal from interested organizations,
referred to as “Respondents.” However, it is important to note the following conditions regarding
the RFP Process.
1. No Obligation to Award Funds: The City of St. Louis is not required to award funds to
any provider. Additionally, the City is not liable for any costs incurred by organizations
during the preparation of their proposals.
2. No Offer of Engagement: Submission of a proposal does not imply any offer of
engagement or a commitment from the City of St. Louis. A contract will only be finalized
once it is fully negotiated and executed by all parties.
3. Right to Award Funds to Multiple Providers: The City has the discretion to award parts of
the available funds to multiple Respondents, choose not to issue any funds, or to re-solicit
applications in the future.
4. Changes to the RFP: The City may change, suspend, or terminate any aspect of the RFP
process as its sole discretion. It can also request additional information from Respondents
or waive any defects related to the form or content of the RFP or the proposals.
5. Public Nature of Submitted Materials: All materials submitted in response to the RFP
will become the property of the City and may become public documents during the
awarding process or at its conclusion. Under the Missouri Sunshine Law, these
documents may be made public if submitted to any advisory or legislative body.
By submitting a proposal, Respondent acknowledges they have read and understood the entire
RFP and agree to all the terms and conditions outlined in it.
IV. Contact Person and Questions
1. Contact Person: Direct all inquiries to Sylvia Jacksonbell at the email address:
dohga@stlouis-mo.gov
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3. No Contact with Other City Personnel: Do not contact any other City employees or
personnel regarding this RFP. Only the designated contact person is authorized to handle
RFP-related communications.
4. Question Submission:
a. Submit question no later than August 11, 2026, unless the Department of Health
issues an addendum related to the rolling acceptance of applications,
b. page Questions should be asked in the order presented in the RFP, referencing the
number and section for clarity.
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This page summarizes the opportunity, including an overview and a preview of the attached documents.