Youth Residential Treatment Services for Portland Area Indian Health Services

The Indian Health Service, under the Department of Health and Human Services, has awarded a sole-source contract to The Native American Rehabilitation Association of the Northwest, Inc. (NARA) to provide Youth Residential Treatment Center (YRTC) services. This award, designated as an Indian Economic Enterprise set-aside under NAICS 623220, is valued at an estimated $478,739.50. The contract covers an interim performance period from March 28, 2026, to September 30, 2026, serving as a bridge to ensure continuity of care while a long-term competitive contract is developed. The scope of work requires the delivery of 24-hour residential substance use disorder treatment and behavioral health services for American Indian and Alaska Native youth in the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area. Key deliverables include clinical care, case management, trauma-informed and culturally responsive programming, and aftercare coordination. The award was justified under FAR Subpart 6.103-1 due to NARA's unique capabilities, including its existing state licensure, immediate operational readiness, and established relationships with Tribal communities, which are essential to prevent unacceptable risks to patient care.