Congregate Care Services

The Arizona Master Agreement CTR071412 is an Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) for Congregate Care Services, established by the Arizona Department of Child Safety (ADCS) in collaboration with the Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections (ADJC). The master contract enables the procurement of comprehensive residential group home services for children and youth in state custody, covering multiple service categories including shelter placement, standard residential placement, and specialized placements for diverse populations such as LGBTQIA+ youth, sibling groups, sexually maladaptive behavior cases, and teen parents. Through this IDV, agencies can access group home services with daily rates ranging from $149 to $200 per child, with additional rates for infant wards and medically complex cases, and providers are required to meet extensive operational requirements including staff qualifications, background checks, trauma-informed care, and comprehensive record-keeping.

The master agreement is awarded to Casa D'Amore Family Care LLC and is administered by the Arizona Department of Child Safety's Office of Procurement and Contracts. The contract has an initial one-year term with potential extensions up to five years total, currently covering the period from June 1, 2024, to May 31, 2025. The IDV is a statewide contract that provides geographic coverage across Arizona, with a master agreement contract type that allows for multiple service providers to participate. While specific total contract value is not disclosed, the agreement includes provisions for monthly invoicing, detailed reporting requirements, and comprehensive performance monitoring to ensure high-quality congregate care services for children in state custody.