Reentry Service Center and Recovery Kentucky Centers

The Commonwealth of Kentucky's Finance and Administration Cabinet and Department of Corrections has issued Request for Proposal (RFP) 758 2500000122 seeking vendors to provide fully operational residential facilities for Reentry Service Centers and Recovery Kentucky Centers. The procurement aims to establish multiple contracts for residential facilities that offer comprehensive reentry services and substance use disorder treatment for felons, probationers, parolees, and pre-release offenders. Vendors must provide facilities that offer at least two evidence-based treatment programs and comply with federal, state, and local regulations, including the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA). Required services include counseling, medical care, educational programs, work assignments, and comprehensive rehabilitation services. The solicitation requires facilities to be located in Kentucky, with providers capable of housing participants in various classifications, including male and female parolees, probationers, and specialized populations like sex offenders. Proposals will be accepted from November 1, 2024, through October 14, 2026, with an initial two-year contract term and potential for two additional two-year renewal periods. The closing date for proposals is October 14, 2026, at 3:30 PM ET, with Keith Srutowski (502-564-7007) serving as the primary contact.

The RFP allows for various organizational types to respond, including nonprofits and small businesses, with potential for subcontractor arrangements. Vendors must complete several mandatory attachments, including annual affidavits for bidders, offerors, and contractors, which verify compliance with state procurement regulations. The Commonwealth will evaluate vendors based on their ability to meet operational standards, provide comprehensive services, and maintain appropriate insurance coverage, including Commercial General Liability, Professional Liability, and Automobile Liability insurance. Per diem rates for different service levels range from $27.62 to $40.37 per day, depending on offender classification and center type, with no guaranteed minimum bed occupancy. Vendors can charge participants up to 25% of their gross pay upon employment, with the primary compensation being the daily per diem fee. The facilities must be prepared to accept clients immediately upon contract approval and do not require high-security features, as residents are considered lower-risk individuals under supervision. The contract allows for multiple awards, with the Kentucky Department of Corrections determining placements based on regional needs and vendor-proposed capacity.