DFPS Child Specific Residential Contract

The DFPS Child Specific Residential Contract, solicitation number HHS001755300021, is an agreement between the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services and Kidz’ Thrive Child Placing Agency, LLC for General Placement within a Residential Child Care setting. Effective from September 29, 2026, through March 1, 2027, the contract establishes a daily placement rate of 400.00 dollars. The agreement mandates specialized service levels to accommodate youth with exceptional needs, including one-to-one supervision, additional caregiver support, and a comprehensive range of behavioral, speech, occupational, and physical therapies. This contract was authorized under Emergency Purchase Justification HHS0017553 to bypass standard procurement practices. This emergency measure was approved in June 2026 by Roberto Beaty and Rebecca Martinka to ensure the immediate procurement of specialized care necessary to prevent hazards to the life and safety of youth in the state's care.