State seeks proposals for mental health assistive technology program

The Alaska Department of Health is accepting proposals from organizations to provide services through the Mental Health Assistive Technology Program for fiscal years 2027 through 2029.

The Division of Senior and Disabilities Services issued the request for proposals on May 6. The program provides technology and equipment to help Alaskans with mental health conditions live more independently.

Proposals are due June 5. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations, tribal entities, and other qualified service providers operating statewide.

The full request for proposals, including application requirements and evaluation criteria, is available through the state's Grant and Electronic Management System at gems.dhss.alaska.gov.

Interested organizations should review the complete RFP document, which outlines program goals, funding availability, and submission procedures. The department will evaluate proposals based on criteria detailed in the solicitation.

For questions about the RFP, contact the Division of Senior and Disabilities Services through the GEMS portal. The contact person listed is skholst.

The department will announce grant awards after the June 5 deadline. Selected providers will begin services in fiscal year 2027, which starts July 1, 2026.