Safe Healing Centers RFI

The County of Los Angeles Department of Youth Development is issuing a Request for Information to identify community-based organizations capable of providing safe, supportive housing and wraparound services to justice-involved youth aged 12 to 25, as well as their families and other vulnerable populations including survivors of domestic violence and trafficking, LGBTQ individuals, and those experiencing homelessness. This initiative aims to establish partnerships with organizations that can deliver trauma-informed, culturally competent care in alignment with the goals of the Safe Healing Centers program, with a focus on creating stable environments that promote healing, rehabilitation, and long-term success for young people entering or transitioning out of the justice system. Responses to the RFI, designated as YD-2026-02, are due by June 12, 2026, and the solicitation is open to organizations operating within Los Angeles County. The Department of Youth Development, part of the state-level SLED classification, is seeking input on service models, capacity, and operational frameworks to inform future funding and contracting decisions. Interested parties may access the full RFI at the provided link and direct inquiries to Edgar Bermudez, the primary point of contact, via phone or email. This RFI does not constitute a solicitation for proposals but serves as a foundational step to gather insights that will shape future program implementation.