Congregate Care Services

The Arizona Master Agreement CTR071406 is a comprehensive Congregate Care Services contract administered by the Arizona Department of Child Safety (ADCS), designed to provide temporary residential placement and support services for children under state care. The contract covers multiple placement types including standard residential care, shelter placements, and specialized group home services for diverse populations such as LGBTQIA+ youth, sibling groups, parenting teens, and youth with sexually maladaptive behaviors. Services include comprehensive care components like medical management, educational support, transportation, meals, and individualized service planning, with daily rates ranging from $149 to $200 per child depending on placement complexity.

The master agreement is awarded to Against All Odds Youth Family Services LLC, with an initial contract period from June 1, 2024, to May 31, 2025, and potential extensions up to five years total. The contract is statewide in scope, covering Arizona, and operates as a master agreement that allows flexible utilization by the Arizona Department of Child Safety and potentially other state agencies. The contract type is structured as a master agreement with specific provisions for background checks, drug testing, and detailed performance requirements. While specific total contract value is not explicitly stated, the agreement includes performance-based incentives such as placement stabilization payments and comprehensive oversight mechanisms to ensure quality service delivery for children in out-of-home care settings.