Community-Based Outreach and Advocacy Services

The Hawaii Department of Human Services is seeking to establish a contract for statewide Community-Based Outreach and Advocacy services targeting vulnerable youth populations across Hawaii. The primary objective is to identify and engage youth who are often difficult to reach, including those not formally connected to services or involved in other state systems but lacking appropriate support. These services aim to actively seek out at-risk youth and their families to provide case management, social service integration, and referrals, with the goal of addressing immediate needs and fostering long-term resilience. By connecting youth and families to necessary resources, the initiative seeks to reduce negative outcomes associated with risk factors, strengthen natural support systems, and promote positive development. The solicitation, posted on October 25, 2024, under number HMS-501-25-05, invites responses by November 15, 2024. The contract size is estimated to range between $500,000 and $2,000,000, and the services will be performed throughout the state of Hawaii. The Hawaii Department of Human Services, through its Office of Youth Services, will oversee the contract, with Ana Mejia-Vasconcellos serving as the primary contact for inquiries. Interested providers can find additional details and submit proposals through the Hawaii Electronic Handshake portal.