Out of State ICPC

The Arizona Department of Child Safety (ADCS) has awarded a contract to Lutheran Social Services of Minnesota (LSS) for Interstate Compact for the Placement of Children (ICPC) services. The contract, identified as CTR079578, covers home study and monthly supervision activities, with a performance period from November 20, 2025, to November 19, 2026. Specific deliverables include one completed home study at $3,200 per document and monthly supervision services priced at $938 per month.

The contract encompasses out-of-state child welfare services, focusing on comprehensive home assessments and ongoing child placement supervision across state jurisdictions. LSS is required to conduct home studies within 30 days of referral, prepare monthly supervision reports, assist with adoption processes, and maintain detailed case records. The agreement includes strict compliance requirements with state and federal regulations, including HIPAA and HITECH standards for protecting sensitive health information. The contract allows for potential extension up to five total years and requires LSS to submit invoices within 15 days of service provision, with payment contingent upon approval of submitted reports.