Alternatives to Abortion Program Services

The contract for Alternatives to Abortion Program Services is a single-source award issued by the Missouri Department of Social Services through its procurement division, leveraging state statute 34.044 RSMo to justify the non-competitive extension of services to Mother’s Refuge, the sole eligible provider. The solicitation, identified as STATE 0000000475SL, amends the existing contract CS221991007 and establishes a one-year performance period from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, with no options for renewal. The procurement was conducted without competition due to the statutory determination that Mother’s Refuge is the only feasible source, eliminating the need for evaluation factors, pricing disclosures, or competitive bidding processes. No federal acquisition regulations (FAR) apply; the transaction is governed entirely by Missouri state law and procedural authority. The place of performance is within Missouri, and all submissions must be made electronically through the state procurement portal by the deadline of July 14, 2026, with Nicolle Backes serving as the designated buyer and point of contact. Financial details including contract value, unit costs, or payment instructions are not provided, and no specifications for deliverables, performance metrics, inspection protocols, packaging requirements, or key personnel are outlined, emphasizing continuity of service over new contractual obligations. No representations, certifications, entity identifiers, socioeconomic status claims, or security provisions were included, and the documentation reflects a streamlined administrative action focused solely on maintaining existing program operations during a transitional planning phase.