Post Permanency Services

The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) is soliciting proposals for Post Permanency Services in Administrative Regions 6 and 11 through a Request for Proposals (RFP) released on October 29, 2025. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide support services for children and youth who were previously in DFPS conservatorship and whose caregiver was granted Permanent Managing Conservatorship (PMC). The primary objective is to preserve family units by ensuring quality services to these families. Key deliverables will likely include comprehensive support programs designed to assist youth and their caregivers after formal conservatorship. Evaluation criteria for the contract will be weighted as follows: qualifications and experience (30%), project work plan (50%), and cost (20%). The RFP requires respondents to submit a comprehensive proposal including company information, financial statements, references, and a HUB subcontracting plan. A pre-proposal conference and HSP Training will be held on November 6, 2025, at 10:00 AM Central Time, with proposals due on December 1, 2025, at 10:30 AM Central Time. Minimum qualifications include being in business for at least one year or having principals with recent relevant experience.

The contract has specific requirements for potential respondents, with a focus on supporting Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUB). The total anticipated fiscal year funding is $460,628, with $250,053 allocated to Region 6 and $210,575 allocated to Region 11, subject to legislative appropriations and budgetary constraints. The initial contract term is four years, with DFPS retaining the option to extend the contract for up to one additional year. While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed, the requirement for a HUB subcontracting plan suggests a preference for diverse vendor participation. The procurement appears to be open to various types of organizations capable of providing comprehensive post-permanency support services, with a particular emphasis on demonstrated experience and capacity to support youth transitioning from DFPS conservatorship. Potential respondents should be prepared to showcase their ability to deliver high-quality, targeted support services that meet the specific needs of children and families in Regions 6 and 11.