Prea Audits - Doc

The contract involves conducting audits of confinement facilities to ensure compliance with the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) standards. These facilities include adult prisons and jails, juvenile detention centers, lockups, and community confinement facilities operated by various agencies or private organizations on their behalf. Audits must be performed at least once every three years, with a requirement to audit at least one-third of each facility type annually throughout the cycle. The audits will utilize an assessment instrument developed collaboratively by the PREA Resource Center and the Department of Justice, ensuring standardized evaluation procedures across all facilities. The solicitation, titled "Prea Audits - Doc," was posted on February 2, 2024, with a response deadline of March 1, 2024. It is issued by the Iowa Department of Administrative Services under the NAICS code 922140, which pertains to correctional facilities and detention services. The primary point of contact for this contract is Craig Trotter, reachable via email at [email hidden] or by phone at [phone hidden]. The contract aims to ensure ongoing compliance with PREA standards through systematic and comprehensive audits, supporting the state's efforts to maintain safe and secure confinement environments. More information about the bid can be accessed through the provided online link.