Description
This solicitation sought a qualified provider to deliver community‑based, evidence‑based delinquency‑prevention and early‑intervention services for at‑risk youth and families in Sedgwick County, Kansas, over FY 2021‑2023. The contract was structured as a one‑year grant with two possible one‑year renewals, requiring compliance with the Risk‑Need‑Responsivity (RNR) model, data‑driven outcomes, and cultural competence. Although numerous vendors submitted proposals, the County ultimately rejected all bids, resulting in no award.
• Services to target youth (age 10 to 24) identified as moderate‑to‑high risk for delinquency.
• Must use the County’s risk‑screening instrument and adhere to Blueprint‑listed evidence‑based program standards.
• Evaluation based on a 100‑point rubric emphasizing project plan, evidence‑based practice, RNR alignment, data collection, measurable outcomes, and cost‑benefit.