Adolescent Clubhouse Program

The State of Maryland is requesting proposals for the Adolescent Clubhouse Program, with proposals due December 8, 2026. The program targets youth aged 12–18 and requires comprehensive clubhouse services including social support, skill-building activities, peer mentoring, mental health resources, and community engagement programming.

Eligible organizations must hold nonprofit or government agency status and demonstrate prior experience managing similar youth-serving programs. Respondents must commit to evidence-based programming, maintain qualified staff, ensure cultural competency, and demonstrate fiscal responsibility. Appropriate insurance and licensing credentials are required.

The scope of work encompasses program design, service delivery standards, and performance metrics specified in the RFP. Organizations must show capacity to serve underserved populations and meet detailed service-delivery standards.

Funding derives from Maryland state appropriations dedicated to adolescent mental health and youth development initiatives. Specific contract values, payment structures, and renewal options are detailed in the financial proposal section of the RFP.

Evaluation criteria include program design quality, organizational capacity, cost-effectiveness, and commitment to serving underserved populations. The RFP specifies a contract term with potential renewal options.

The State of Maryland has provided a pre-proposal RFP document with detailed pricing requirements and site-visit opportunities for interested bidders to gather information before submission.