Talking Circle

The State of Utah, Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Juvenile Justice and Youth Services is seeking a contractor to provide Talking Circle groups designed to support youth in the juvenile justice system. The primary objective of this service is to equip JJYS participants with evidence-based coping skills aligned with the stages of change model while simultaneously improving interpersonal relationships among program participants. The contractor will be responsible for delivering structured Talking Circle group sessions that facilitate behavioral change and emotional development in a therapeutic group setting. The procuring agency seeks qualified service providers capable of implementing this evidence-informed intervention with youth in the juvenile justice system. The posting was released on March 7, 2026, with a proposal submission deadline of March 14, 2026, allowing potential bidders one week to prepare and submit their responses.

The solicitation documentation does not specify set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise restrictions, or limitations on eligible respondent types based on organizational classification. No incumbent vendors, current contractors, or technology integration requirements have been identified in the available information. The posting similarly does not disclose contract award values, budget ranges, or compensation structures for the services to be rendered. Interested organizations should contact the State of Utah or DHHS directly for additional details regarding evaluation criteria, specific performance metrics, qualifications required of group facilitators, and contract financial parameters to inform their proposal development efforts.