Court Ordered Treatment and Education Services

The City of Avondale is seeking qualified, licensed firms to provide court‑ordered treatment and educational services to misdemeanor defendants referred by the municipal courts. Services include substance‑abuse screening and treatment (primarily DUI), violence intervention, anger management, life‑skills, parenting, shoplifting, disorderly conduct programs, and other court‑directed counseling. Providers must hold an Arizona Department of Health Services behavioral health license, conduct intake and group classes at their facility, and offer classes at least two evenings per week (weekend preferred). The City will not guarantee a minimum volume of cases; billing is the responsibility of the consultant. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the City’s OpenGov portal by November 19, 2026, with a pre‑submittal conference on October 29, 2026 (non‑mandatory). Evaluation criteria cover general information, experience, past‑performance verification, key personnel, project approach, and pricing. • Licensed behavioral‑health provider (substance‑abuse or domestic‑violence) in AZ • Ability to deliver evening group counseling (≥2 nights/week) • Provide screening, treatment, electronic monitoring, remote alcohol testing • Maintain detailed client records and invoicing per price sheet • Submit a 12‑page proposal plus required forms and fee schedule • Evaluation weighted toward experience (24 %), project approach (30 %), and key personnel (20 %) • Award anticipated to start January 1, 2027