Juvenile Shelter Services

Multnomah County in Oregon is soliciting proposals under RFP-26-2027 for Juvenile Shelter Services to provide short-term transitional housing for youth with complex needs, including mental health diagnoses, substance abuse, and antisocial behaviors. The contractor will be expected to fund and maintain one to two beds on a per-bed, per-day basis, with an average daily population of two youth and stays typically ranging from 14 to 30 days. Key requirements include providing 24-hour supervision, at least five hours of weekly skill-building activities, and two to three weekly recreational opportunities. The contractor must also coordinate mental health counseling and assist uninsured youth in applying for the Oregon Health Plan. Award decisions will be based on the most advantageous proposal, with specific scoring weights placed on cultural and spiritual responsiveness and the definition of goals and performance measures. Facilities must be certified through the Department of Human Services and comply with all federal, state, and local housing codes, including weekly contraband inspections and documented living condition reviews every three to six months. Proposers must be legal entities registered in Oregon, certify no organizational conflicts of interest, and attest to non-discrimination practices. Proposals must be submitted via the Multco Marketplace Supplier Portal by November 4, 2026, at 4:00 PM PST, adhering to a 2,500-character limit for text box responses.