Congregate Care Services

The Arizona Department of Child Safety (ADCS) Master Agreement CTR071419 establishes a comprehensive Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) for Congregate Care Services, designed to provide group home residential placements for children under state custody. The contract covers multiple service categories including general residential care, shelter placement, and specialized placements for diverse populations such as LGBTQIA+ youth, sibling groups, parenting teens, and children with sexually maladaptive behaviors. Daily rates range from $149 to $200 per child, with additional compensation for medically complex cases, and the IDV supports placements for males aged 8-16 years old across Arizona.

The master agreement is awarded to Debra's Place LLC, with a contract period from June 1, 2024, through May 31, 2025, and potential extensions up to five years total. The contract is administered by the Arizona Department of Child Safety in collaboration with the Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections, with a contracted capacity of 5 beds for the primary contractor. The IDV is a state-wide contract with a master agreement value structured around per-diem rates, and requires comprehensive compliance with background checks, licensing standards, and extensive operational requirements including 24/7 supervision, medical support, and educational services for placed children.