Care and Supervision for Children in Foster Care with Parents Receiving Treatment

The Utah Department of Health and Human Services Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS) is issuing a Request for Statement of Qualifications (RFSQ/SOIQ) for comprehensive care and supervision services for children in foster care whose parents are receiving treatment. The procurement seeks providers capable of delivering critical social services including foster care placement, adoption support, case management, and support coordination. Qualified respondents must submit their qualifications via email by September 17, 2028 at 11:30 PM MDT, with the contract period spanning from September 18, 2023 to September 17, 2028. While specific evaluation criteria are not detailed in the available documentation, potential providers must demonstrate expertise in child welfare services, ability to manage complex family situations, and capacity to provide supportive environments for children temporarily separated from parents undergoing treatment. The RFSQ emphasizes the need for responsive, high-quality care that supports both children and parents during challenging transitional periods, with a focus on maintaining family connections and promoting long-term stability.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise preferences, or specific organizational restrictions for respondents. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the available documentation, and there are no disclosed details about existing infrastructure or technology integration requirements. Similarly, the RFSQ does not provide information about potential award values, budget ranges, or funding sources for these foster care and supervision services. Interested providers are advised to consult the DHHS Purchasing site for potential additional details or updates regarding this contract opportunity. While the document suggests a comprehensive approach to supporting children in foster care, it lacks specific financial or structural parameters that would typically help vendors assess the full scope of the potential engagement.