DFPS PAL Peaks CAMP

The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) is soliciting bids for the delivery of two experiential camp sessions during the month of March. Each session must be four days and three nights in duration, accommodating 50 youth aged 16 to 19 in DFPS conservatorship and 25 approved staff members. The goal of these camps is to provide youth with the necessary skills, confidence, and mental health support to transition successfully into adulthood. To qualify, respondents must have provided at least one overnight youth camp within the last five years, and the designated Camp Director must be at least 21 years of age. Additionally, the selected provider must hold a valid, non-expired license from the Texas Department of State Health Services for Youth Camp Programs. Facility requirements are strict, requiring cabins with heating, air conditioning, and permanent bathrooms and showering facilities with hot and cold potable water, as well as a dining facility capable of serving all attendees and staff. Awards will be based on the most advantageous combination of cost, experience, and capabilities, with a specific focus on the number of employees and the level of supervision provided. Contractors must adhere to the Texas Prompt Payment Act, submitting invoices via email to the DFPS Contract Manager within 14 business days of camp completion. Bidders must also comply with various state and federal mandates, including the Americans with Disabilities Act, cybersecurity training requirements, and specific certifications regarding antitrust laws and the boycott of Israel.