DCY-C-2627-0138Q Responsible Fatherhood Initiative – Evaluator

The Ohio Department of Children and Youth, through the Ohio Commission on Fatherhood, is soliciting proposals under solicitation DCY-C-2627-0138Q to evaluate the Responsible Fatherhood Initiative (RFI). The primary objective is to assess the effectiveness, sustainability, and performance of five grantees operating across 12 Ohio counties. The RFI focuses on strengthening father engagement via a statewide media campaign and locally delivered services, including trauma-informed programming for community-based and incarcerated fathers. The selected contractor will analyze county-level implementation, participant characteristics, and outcomes related to family stability, economic stability, and parenting skills. The contract runs from the date of signature through June 30, 2027, with a potential one-month discretionary renewal by the State. Key deliverables include a Finalized Evaluation Plan due within 30 days of execution, a County Implementation Assessment Summary by January 31, 2027, a Participant Data and Outcomes Summary by March 1, 2027, and a Final Comprehensive Evaluation Report. The contractor must adhere to strict data governance and confidentiality protocols, including end-to-end encryption and secure file transfers, as outlined in the Data Sharing and Confidentiality Agreement. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the OhioBuys Supplier Portal, with evaluations based on the offeror's profile and the quality of the proposed work plan and methodology.