Notice Details

The Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) intends to enter into negotiation with Youth Advocate Program for the continued provision of a Family Reunification program. In accordance with Section 3-04(b)(2)(iii) of the Procurement Policy Board Rules, ACS intends to use the negotiated acquisition extension process to extend the contract from July 1, 2024, thru June 30, 2025. A negotiated acquisition extension contract with this vendor is needed to protect the health, safety, and well-being of youth entering foster care. YAP provides youth advocacy and kinship support services at the ACS Children’s Center and youth reception centers with the objective of moving children and youth out of pre-placement and into the next best place to support safety, permanency, and well-being. The Reception Center program affords comprehensive assessments and targeted services to address the needs of infants and children, along with supportive visitation for families, with an aim of shortening the length of stay in foster care. The total cost of the contract is $627,507.50, which includes an unallocated amount of $125,501.50 for the allowance clause initiative.  ACS plans to release the concept paper and RFP for these services in the fall of 2024.