External Program Evaluation Services

The contract under the title External Program Evaluation Services seeks to engage an independent evaluator to assess the effectiveness of Title IV-E prevention services, focusing on data collection, analytical rigor, feedback reporting, and outcome measurement. The evaluation will require a systematic approach to gathering and interpreting performance data to determine whether prevention programs funded under Title IV-E are achieving their intended goals, with an emphasis on measurable impacts on child welfare outcomes. The work will involve engaging with multiple stakeholders, applying evidence-based methodologies, and delivering clear, actionable insights to inform program improvement and policy decisions. The solicitation is issued by the Administration for Children and Families, a division of the Department of Health and Human Services, and falls under NAICS code 541611 for management consulting services. It is classified as a subcontract and was posted on July 17, 2026, with a response deadline of August 17, 2026. While no set-aside provisions or specific points of contact are indicated, the place of performance and organizational details remain unspecified, suggesting flexibility in execution location. The evaluation must align with federal standards for accountability and transparency in child welfare programming, and successful bidders will be expected to demonstrate expertise in evaluating social service interventions, robust analytical capabilities, and experience with federal funding streams such as Title IV-E.