Secure Facility Operations and Co-Management Model Development

The contract seeks to establish a hybrid operational model for juvenile justice facilities in Kentucky, where private providers are responsible for delivering clinical services while the Department of Juvenile Justice maintains full authority over security, custody, and facility control. This arrangement requires the development of clearly defined coordination protocols to ensure seamless integration between clinical care delivery and institutional safety operations. The model aims to enhance service quality through specialized private sector expertise without compromising the state’s legal responsibility for the custody and security of youth in its care. The solicitation is open for a very brief response window ending just over one day after posting, indicating urgency in sourcing a qualified subcontractor. The project is classified under NAICS code 541611 for management consulting services and is intended to be performed at the Frankfort location. The subcontract will focus on designing the structural and procedural framework for co-management, emphasizing communication channels, role delineation, data sharing, and incident response coordination between state personnel and private clinical staff. The goal is to create a sustainable, compliant, and efficient dual-responsibility system that balances clinical excellence with institutional security.