Advocacy Services for Children and Youth Impacted by Child Trafficking

The Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services has issued a solicitation for two advocacy service contracts aimed at supporting children, youth, and non-minor dependents aged 8 to 21 who are impacted by or at risk of child trafficking, with services to be delivered throughout Los Angeles County. The contracts, with an initial term of one year and potential for up to four additional one-year extensions, are valued between 5 million and 10 million dollars, with a maximum annual amount of 900,000 dollars per contract. The scope includes individualized advocacy, caregiver support, coordination with county agencies, and regular reporting, all governed by detailed statements of work and contractual terms. The procurement emphasizes compliance with local and state regulations, including certifications for small business, social enterprise, and disabled veteran status, requiring proposers to submit specific forms and certifications as part of their proposals. The evaluation process is primarily points-based, assigning 70% weight to the technical business proposal—covering approach, qualifications, and experience—and 30% to cost. The process favors a best-value trade-off rather than lowest price, with proposals needing to meet mandatory requirements for consideration. Key dates include a proposal deadline of September 18, 2025, and a mandatory virtual proposers’ conference scheduled for August 27, 2025. The contract incorporates specific clauses related to compliance with county programs such as the Defaulted Property Tax Reduction Program, Charitable Purposes Act, and Fair Chance Employment, alongside background checks for personnel. Payment will be made via electronic funds transfer, with detailed administrative contacts provided. The solicitation underscores the importance of adherence to certification procedures, transparency, and responsiveness, with proposals to be submitted electronically by the specified deadline.