Recovery Housing Initiative for Young Adults

The Florida Department of Children and Families, through its Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health, is soliciting applications from qualified entities to provide developmentally appropriate recovery housing and comprehensive support services specifically for young adults aged 18 to 24 who are affected by opioid and/or stimulant use disorders. Funded by supplemental resources under the State Opioid Response Grant, this initiative aims to fill critical gaps in Florida’s behavioral health system by increasing access to safe, stable, and recovery-oriented housing environments. The program emphasizes coordinated, trauma-informed care designed to support recovery and improve outcomes for this vulnerable population. The contract, titled "Recovery Housing Initiative for Young Adults," is a solicitation issued with a deadline for response set in mid-May 2026. The contractual relationship follows standard state guidelines that detail the scope of work, timelines, payment conditions, and performance measures. It also incorporates compliance with Florida statutes and engages providers in delivering specified deliverables related to housing and supportive services. The place of performance is Tallahassee, Florida, with administrative oversight and contact management directed through the Department of Children and Families. Overall, the contract ensures a structured approach to expanding recovery housing options alongside critical behavioral health interventions for young adults impacted by substance use disorders within the state.