Low Level Supervision and Dual Status Youth Meeting Facilitation

The State of Delaware Department of Youth and Family Services is requesting proposals for Low Level Supervision and Dual Status Youth Meeting Facilitation services under RFP CYF 26-05, posted August 27, 2026. No proposal due date is specified in the source materials.

Bidders must identify relevant certifications — Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Woman Business Enterprise (WBE), Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE), Veteran Owned Business Enterprise (VOBE), or Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Business Enterprise (SDVOBE) — on the required bidder fact sheet; no set-aside or preference program is stated. A Delaware Business License must be obtained prior to contract award, though this requirement is waived for documented nonprofit organizations.

The scope encompasses direct supervision of youth in dual status (involved in both juvenile justice and child welfare systems), facilitation of required meetings, case coordination, maintenance of service documentation, and coordination with DYFS staff and other service providers across Delaware's regions. Bidders must specify proposed service coverage area—statewide delivery or limited to one of Delaware's three counties: New Castle County, Kent County, or Sussex County. The contractor must maintain appropriate staffing ratios, comply with background check requirements, and demonstrate experience with at-risk youth populations. Contractors must maintain insurance coverage and comply with all applicable state regulations and DYFS policies.

Pricing is structured on a fee-per-service basis, with bidders required to submit either cost per youth per day or a total 12-month proposed budget. The contract term extends for an initial period with potential renewal options contingent on satisfactory performance and continued funding availability. Funding is provided through DYFS operational budget, with potential reimbursement through federal Medicaid for eligible services. The contractor must maintain detailed service records and participate in ongoing performance monitoring and evaluation throughout the contract period.