Supervised Independent Living (SIL) Residential Child-Care Services

The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) is issuing an open enrollment to seek Contractors to provide Supervised Independent Living (SIL) placements for young adults aged 18-22 who are participating in the state's Return to or Extended Foster Care programs. The SIL program offers opportunities for these young adults to continue foster care placement and transition to independence in a less restrictive, non-traditional setting while receiving casework and support services. DFPS is also seeking Contractors to potentially provide Enhanced Case Management (ECM) services to eligible young adults. Eligible Applicants must meet various qualifications, including having appropriate staffing and providing SIL services in approved settings. Contractors will be paid a fixed daily unit rate based on the SIL setting type, with an additional daily rate for any dependent children of the young adults. The open enrollment period is from July 9, 2024 to August 31, 2029, and the contract term will be determined by DFPS.

This open enrollment is open to all qualified vendors, including governmental entities, private corporations, limited liability companies, partnerships, and sole proprietorships. There may be incumbent providers currently delivering similar services, but DFPS does not guarantee any minimum level of utilization or referrals. Applicants must demonstrate compliance with DFPS requirements, including having a qualified Case Manager, meeting insurance coverage minimums, and providing details on their SIL and ECM service models. Successful applicants will be awarded contracts to provide these services in specific DFPS regions across the state of Texas. Pricing information and funding details are not provided in the documentation, but Applicants must demonstrate financial viability through reserve funds or a line of credit of at least $25,000.