Sole Source - Oregon Kinship Navigator Program

The state of Oregon is pursuing a sole-source procurement for the continued operation of the Oregon Kinship Navigator Program through Greater Oregon Behavioral Health, Inc. (GOBHI), with a contract period extending until October 2025. This procurement is specifically designed to support family members caring for children outside the state-run foster care system by providing services and supports through an existing program. The program is currently operating as a pilot initiative and serves as a precursor to an evidence-based kinship navigator program required for future federal funding under the Family First Prevention Services Act. The solicitation is designated as a sole-source opportunity, meaning no competitive bidding will be accepted, and the contract is intended to continue the current program's operations with potential refinements. The key dates for this procurement include a posting date of September 6, 2024, and a due date of September 13, 2024, with the current contract set to expire on September 30, 2024.

The procurement appears to be unrestricted in terms of set-aside designations, with GOBHI being the sole anticipated contractor for this opportunity. The program is currently funded primarily through a non-Family First Prevention Services Act (FFPSA) federal grant, with plans to transition to FFPSA federal grant funding in the future. The estimated total contract value is $758,000.00, and the agency reserves the right to amend or extend the initial contract to accommodate potential changes in program structure, federal funding requirements, or programmatic needs. The contractor will be responsible for continuing the existing kinship navigator program and preparing for its eventual transition to an evidence-based practice model. The procurement represents a strategic approach to maintaining continuity of services for kinship caregivers while positioning the program for future federal funding compliance.