DOC Parenting Education and Visitation for Incarcerated Parents

The Rhode Island Department of Corrections (RIDOC) has issued Request for Proposal RFP25005706 seeking vendors to provide comprehensive parenting education and visitation services for incarcerated parents. The solicitation requires vendors to develop and deliver education programming, provide individual parenting support services, and coordinate the department's parenting visitation program. Key deliverables include creating targeted educational curriculum, offering individualized support to incarcerated parents, and facilitating structured visitation experiences that support parent-child relationships. The proposal requires vendors to demonstrate expertise in working with incarcerated populations and developing effective parenting interventions. Evaluation criteria will include technical merit, cost proposal, and Inclusive Small Business Enterprise (ISBE) participation, with proposals assessed by a technical evaluation committee. The solicitation was released on June 18, 2025, with proposal submissions due by July 18, 2025, and the initial contract period expected to commence in Fall 2025 for a three-year term. Potential contract renewals may be considered for up to two additional 12-month periods based on vendor performance and fund availability.

The procurement encourages participation from minority-owned, women-owned, and disability-owned businesses, with additional evaluation points awarded based on ISBE participation rates. Vendors must meet specific insurance requirements, including $1 million in general liability, workers compensation, automobile liability, and physical abuse and molestation liability insurance when working with children. Specific certifications and disclosure forms are required, including a detailed ISBE participation plan. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned in the documentation, the state reserves the right to select the most qualified vendor or cancel the solicitation entirely. Although a specific award value is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the services and the three-year contract term suggest a significant investment in parenting support programming for incarcerated individuals. Potential respondents should carefully review all documentation and ensure compliance with the extensive requirements outlined in the solicitation.