Congregate Care Services

The Arizona Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) Master Agreement CTR071448 is a comprehensive congregate care services contract administered by the Arizona Department of Child Safety (ADCS) in collaboration with the Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections (ADJC). The contract enables the procurement of group home residential services for children under state custody, offering multiple service categories including standard group home placements, specialized placements for specific populations (such as LGBTQIA+ youth, sibling groups, sexually maladaptive behaviors, and parenting teens), and medically complex services. Daily rates range from $149 to $200 per child, with additional reimbursements available for specific service components like one-on-one supervision, transportation, and language interpretation.

The master contract is awarded to Step Up Arizona, with an initial contract period from June 1, 2024, to May 31, 2025, and potential extensions up to a total of five years. The contract covers 10 beds specifically for male youth aged 12-17 at the Buckeye Ranch location, serving the state of Arizona. As a state-level IDV, the contract requires extensive provider qualifications, including comprehensive background checks, staff training, trauma-informed practices, and strict operational standards. The contracting organization is the Arizona Department of Child Safety, with the contract type designated as a Master Agreement and geographic coverage limited to the state of Arizona.