Forensic Interviewing and Family & Victim Advocacy Services

The County of Montgomery, acting for the District Attorney’s Office and the Office of Children and Youth, is soliciting proposals for Forensic Interviewing and Family and Victim Advocacy Services under solicitation number 26-53. The selected provider will support law enforcement and child welfare officials in investigating child sexual abuse by providing child-focused services in a secure, child-friendly environment. Key deliverables include conducting legally sound, neutral forensic interviews, providing digital copies of all interviews, and collaborating with a Multi-Disciplinary Team through monthly meetings. Additionally, the provider must perform specialized assessments for potential victims of Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children in accordance with the Preventing Sex Trafficking and Strengthening Families Act. To ensure high quality and safety, the provider must adhere to National Children’s Alliance and Federal Department of Justice standards and obtain full accreditation from the National Children’s Alliance within an acceptable timeframe. Facility requirements are stringent, requiring locked secure entries, tinted windows, and separate entrances for team members to protect victim privacy. The contract includes a Business Associate Addendum to ensure HIPAA compliance for protected health information and requires comprehensive insurance coverage for public liability, property damage, malpractice, and workers compensation. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the Bonfire Portal and include a technical proposal, cost proposal, a current W-9, and completed certification forms.