8500 LOYS Drug & Alcohol Assessment

The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services is seeking a contractor to provide drug and alcohol assessment and counseling services for juvenile offenders at the Loysville Complex located in Loysville, PA. The procurement requires a highly qualified professional credentialed by the Pennsylvania Certification Board as either a Certified Prevention Specialist, Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC), or Certified Addiction Counselor-Diplomat (CACD). Specific deliverables include conducting comprehensive drug and alcohol assessments, providing counseling services, and developing individualized aftercare treatment plans for juvenile offenders. The contract term is anticipated to begin July 1, 2017, and will expire on June 30, 2020, with an option for two additional one-year renewals. Bid submissions were due electronically by February 8, 2017, at 2:00 PM. Potential bidders with questions about the solicitation were instructed to contact Rhonda Roberto, Purchasing Agent, at 717-787-7585 or ra-pwbidquestions@pa.gov, and technical questions were to be directed to Nikki Koser at 717-789-5508 or nkoser@pa.gov.

The procurement covers jurisdictions including Philadelphia County and Lower Burrell City, with quantities listed as estimates that may increase or decrease based on facility needs. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises were mentioned, the solicitation incorporated several critical reference documents, including a Statement of Work, Terms and Conditions, DHS Addendum, and a Business Associate Addendum addressing HIPAA compliance. No incumbent vendor was identified in the documentation, and no specific budget range or award value was explicitly stated. The contract requires the selected vendor to submit firm pricing for all contracted years and demonstrate compliance with professional credentialing requirements. The procurement appears focused on securing a qualified professional services provider to support rehabilitation and treatment efforts for juvenile offenders through comprehensive assessment and counseling interventions.