RFA for Expansion of Qualified Residential Treatment Programs QRTP ages 10 to 18

The Oregon Department of Human Services Office of Child Welfare Programs is soliciting applications to expand Qualified Residential Treatment Program options for children aged 10 to 18 in the legal custody of the state. The goal is to provide Behavior Rehabilitation Services in specialized settings for youth exhibiting debilitating psychosocial, emotional, and behavioral disorders, including aggressive behaviors, sexually harming behaviors, substance use, and complex needs. Awarded contractors must utilize evidence-based, trauma-informed treatment models and maintain licensure as a Child Caring Agency, meeting specific QRTP definitions within 180 days of contract execution. The procurement process uses a non-competitive qualification determination where applications are evaluated through pass/fail gates for responsiveness, viability, and responsibility. There is no scoring or ranking; instead, the agency will initiate negotiations with all applicants who meet or exceed the requirements. Applicants must submit a comprehensive packet via OregonBuys, including a technical response limited to 30 pages, certification of non-discrimination, and a responsibility inquiry. Contractors are required to maintain significant insurance coverages, including professional liability, automobile liability, and physical abuse and molestation insurance. The contract is administered by an ODHS Contract Administrator who is granted physical access to programs for monitoring. Payments are processed via Electronic Funds Transfer, and contractors must comply with various federal and state regulations, including HIPAA and the Americans with Disabilities Act.