Mandated Reporter Training

This is a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the Kansas Department for Children and Families in Topeka, Kansas for Mandated Reporter Training. The contract is for the state of Kansas, with the jurisdictions of Shawnee County and Topeka City involved. The RFP seeks a contractor to build a Kansas-specific eLearning training program that explains the legal responsibilities and obligations of Mandated Reporting for allegations of abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation of vulnerable adults. The training must be 60-75 minutes long, SCORM 1.2 compliant, and cover relevant Kansas statutes, the role of various state agencies, the process for making APS reports, and other related topics. The contractor must have experience building interactive eLearnings and a preference for social services expertise, particularly in Adult Protective Services. The training is to be completed by September 30, 2024.

The RFP notes that the American Rescue Plan Act partially funded this training initiative. Bidders must provide a Debarment Memorandum attesting they are not debarred from participating in federal or state-funded programs. The RFP mentions bidder preference programs for disabled veteran-owned businesses and certified businesses. Bidders must also submit forms related to boycott of Israel, sexual harassment, and immigration reform and control. The State reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. The RFP does not specify pricing terms or set-asides, and does not mention an incumbent vendor or budget range.