Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) Auditor

The contract involves providing comprehensive auditing services under the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) for all juvenile detention and community facilities operated by the Washington Department of Children, Youth and Families. The primary goal is to ensure these facilities comply with the PREA National Standards aimed at preventing, detecting, and responding to prison rape. The solicitation, identified as number 25-DCYF-JR-088, was posted on April 14, 2025, with a response deadline of June 10, 2025. The contract is valued between $50,000 and $150,000 and is categorized under NAICS code 541211, indicating a professional, scientific, and technical services provider. The agency overseeing this contract is a State and Local Government Entity (SLED), with Karena McGovern serving as the primary point of contact. The contract emphasizes compliance with small business requirements, as evidenced by the inclusion of a Self-Certification Statement that defines a small business as an in-state entity with 50 or fewer employees or less than seven million dollars in annual gross revenue over the past three years. This certification must be signed under penalty of perjury by an authorized representative, ensuring transparency and adherence to small business participation goals. The overall scope of work involves conducting PREA audits across multiple juvenile facilities throughout Washington State, supporting the agency’s commitment to maintaining safe, compliant environments for youth in detention and community programs.