Secondary Education Grant

1. The Maryland Department of Health (MDH or the Department), Developmental Disabilities Administration, is issuing this Request for Applications (RFA) to provide: Post-secondary education training in an institution of higher learning, focused on integrated employment skills, and Independent living skills for individuals with Intellectual and /or developmental disabilities.  This inclusive training and experience should provide students with opportunities to actively participate in campus life.

2. It is the State’s intention to obtain (Secondary Education Services), as specified in this RFA, from an Agreement between the selected Applicant and the State.  The anticipated duration of services to be provided under this Agreement is July 1, 2026-June 30,202, There is no option to extend the agreement beyond the designated period of time.  For commodities, the anticipated delivery date is N/A

The Department intends to make up to 3 awardees as a result of this RFA. All future years’ awards are subject to the availability of funding and the successful implementation of the services specified in this RFA.