Administration of the LEAP Program RFP
ID: RFP-IHGA-2026000209-1 • State: Colorado
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Background
The Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) is a federally funded initiative administered by the Colorado Department of Human Services, Office of Economic Security, Division of Food and Energy Assistance. Its mission is to assist eligible Coloradans with their winter home heating costs, weatherization services, and repairs or replacements of primary heating systems.
The program operates annually from November 1st to April 30th and has processed an average of 136,620 applications over the past three years. The current contract for administration is concluding on September 30, 2026, necessitating a new contract effective October 1, 2026.
Work Details
The selected vendor will be responsible for processing LEAP applications and referrals to associated programs such as weatherization assistance and the Crisis Intervention Program. Specific tasks include:
- Determining eligibility for government-issued benefit programs;
- Ensuring timely processing of applications;
- Providing customer service support;
- Training staff on LEAP program rules;
- Maintaining communication with the State;
- Addressing applicant complaints;
- Managing cases of fraud;
- Ensuring compliance with performance measures.
The vendor must also have experience in human services delivery within Colorado and knowledge of energy assistance programs.
Period of Performance
The initial contract term will be from October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027, with the possibility of four additional one-year renewals based on funding availability.
Place of Performance
The services will be performed in the State of Colorado.
Bidder Requirements
Eligible organizations must have experience in determining eligibility for government benefit programs and a general understanding of the LEAP program. Vendors must comply with E-Verify requirements to ensure they do not employ undocumented individuals. Additionally, Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) must provide certification documentation to be considered.
The Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) is a federally funded initiative administered by the Colorado Department of Human Services, Office of Economic Security, Division of Food and Energy Assistance. Its mission is to assist eligible Coloradans with their winter home heating costs, weatherization services, and repairs or replacements of primary heating systems.
The program operates annually from November 1st to April 30th and has processed an average of 136,620 applications over the past three years. The current contract for administration is concluding on September 30, 2026, necessitating a new contract effective October 1, 2026.
Work Details
The selected vendor will be responsible for processing LEAP applications and referrals to associated programs such as weatherization assistance and the Crisis Intervention Program. Specific tasks include:
- Determining eligibility for government-issued benefit programs;
- Ensuring timely processing of applications;
- Providing customer service support;
- Training staff on LEAP program rules;
- Maintaining communication with the State;
- Addressing applicant complaints;
- Managing cases of fraud;
- Ensuring compliance with performance measures.
The vendor must also have experience in human services delivery within Colorado and knowledge of energy assistance programs.
Period of Performance
The initial contract term will be from October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027, with the possibility of four additional one-year renewals based on funding availability.
Place of Performance
The services will be performed in the State of Colorado.
Bidder Requirements
Eligible organizations must have experience in determining eligibility for government benefit programs and a general understanding of the LEAP program. Vendors must comply with E-Verify requirements to ensure they do not employ undocumented individuals. Additionally, Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) must provide certification documentation to be considered.
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Opportunity Type
Request for Proposals (RFP)
Opportunity ID
RFP-IHGA-2026000209-1
Response Deadline
May 8, 2026
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Date Posted
April 8, 2026
Est. Value Range
Experimental
$5,000,000 - $15,000,000
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Agency Distribution
High
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On 4/8/26 CDHS - Office of Economic Security in Colorado issued Request for Proposals (RFP) Administration of the LEAP Program with ID RFP-IHGA-2026000209-1 due 5/7/26.
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