Youth Diversion Services

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The Iowa Department of Human Services is seeking a contractor to provide youth diversion services in Black Hawk County, Iowa. The successful Bidder will be responsible for delivering crisis intervention, parent/child mediation, and individual support services for parents and youth in the county. The expected capacity for this service is between 100-120 clients per fiscal year. The contract has historically been funded at $50,000 per year but has been increased to $70,000 for FY25, with future funding dependent on contract extension and availability of funds. Proposals are due by June 7, 2024, and the anticipated contract start date is July 1, 2024. The contract will have an initial 1-year term with the ability to extend for 2 additional 1-year terms at the Agency's discretion. Payment will be based on an all-inclusive rate for the services provided to each referred client.

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The RFP does not mention any set-asides or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. There is also no information provided about any incumbent vendors or current contractors. The RFP notes that the Agency reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and cancel the RFP at any time prior to the execution of a contract. The total budget for this contract is not explicitly stated, but the increased funding of $70,000 for FY25 provides some indication of the expected award value.