NCB 6627 Youth Mentoring Connection

The California Military Department is seeking to procure a specialized youth mentoring program through a Non-Competitive Bid (NCB) with Youth Mentoring Connection (YMC), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The contract aims to support the Sunburst Youth Academy's Post-Residential Program by providing a comprehensive Mentor Development curriculum that aligns with the White House Initiative "My Brothers Keepers" Project. YMC will be responsible for delivering labor, personnel, equipment, materials, program curriculum, facilities, and support services to design, coordinate, train, facilitate, and implement mentoring program sessions and activities. The procurement is justified under Government Code 19130(b) 3 & 8, as YMC is deemed the only supplier in the Metro LA area with specific expertise in at-risk youth populations and a 15-year community service history. The contract is designated as a Non-IT Service and will be executed through the Military Department's Youth & Community Programs Task Force.

The contract opportunity is restricted to YMC as the sole provider, with no provisions for alternative vendors or competitive bidding. The organization's unique qualifications stem from its specialized focus on at-risk youth and its ability to meet the specific objectives of both the White House Initiative and the Sunburst Post Residential Program. The State Active Duty employees lack the internal resources and expertise to generate this specialized work within the required timeframe, further justifying the non-competitive approach. The total contract value is $175,005.00 for a 9-month period, covering all program implementation costs. While the solicitation does not explicitly mention set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements, the selection is based on YMC's proven track record, curriculum alignment, and community impact. The contract represents a targeted intervention to support youth mentoring and development through a highly specialized and focused program approach.