The Ventura County Area Agency on Aging is seeking new bidders and service providers to add to its list of organizations eligible to be notified of requests for proposals and bids. This is a call for new organizations. Current grantees and organizations already on the e-mail list do not need to respond.

There is a need for licensed general contractors able to provide minor home modifications; doortodoor transportation providers; personal care, homemaker and chore providers; bill-paying services; and therapeutic counseling services for grandparents raising grandchildren.

Eligible organizations are public agencies, nonprofit and for-profit organizations that are able to provide services in Ventura County to people age 60 years and older. Individuals are not eligible. An award of funds to a for-profit organization must be approved by the California Department of Aging before a contract can be issued.

To view a list of the types of services funded, visit aaa.countyofventura.org / Docs/151.pdf.

Proposals and bids will be accepted only in response to specific requests issued by the Area Agency on Aging. Grant awards can be for four years or less depending upon the program. The agency's primary funding sources are the Older Americans Act and Older Californians Act. Organizations wanting to be added to the distribution list should call (805) 477 7305, or email Christine.voth@ventura.org.