Notice of Sole Source - Antfarm

Clackamas County is pursuing a sole source procurement for Youth Project Payback Services from Antfarm, utilizing a specialized contracting process under LCRB C-047-0275. The procurement is specifically designed to engage Antfarm for unique youth services based on their special qualifications and capabilities. The solicitation was posted on May 19, 2025, with a protest period closing on May 26, 2025, at 5:00 PM Pacific Time. Interested parties may submit protests or request additional information by contacting Ryan Rice through the provided contact information. The procurement focuses on delivering comprehensive Youth Project Payback Services, with the county determining that Antfarm possesses distinctive expertise necessary for executing the project effectively. The procurement process allows for a narrow window of potential challenge or inquiry before the contract is finalized.

The sole source procurement appears to be exclusively available to Antfarm, with no explicit set-aside designations or alternative vendor opportunities mentioned. The contract is funded through Oregon Youth Authority Juvenile Crime Prevention (OYA JCP), with a total estimated contract value of $406,864.00. No information is provided regarding incumbent vendors, existing technological infrastructure, or integration requirements. The procurement seems tailored specifically to Antfarm's unique service capabilities, suggesting a highly specialized approach to delivering youth services. The document indicates a targeted, direct procurement method that limits competitive bidding and focuses on the specific qualifications of a single service provider. The procurement appears designed to leverage Antfarm's specific expertise in providing Youth Project Payback Services for Clackamas County.