Solicitation Waiver, CANS Implementation

The Nevada Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child and Family Services, is seeking to establish a noncompetitive contract with the University of Kentucky Research Foundation to implement the Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths (CANS) multi-system tool. This contract is justified through a Solicitation Waiver and is subject to approval by the State Board of Examiners in accordance with NRS 333.700(7). The contract aims to facilitate the deployment of this assessment system to enhance child and family services within Nevada, with an estimated value ranging from $500,000 to $1,500,000. The solicitation was posted on March 12, 2025, with a response deadline of March 24, 2025. The contract falls under NAICS code 541611, indicating a professional, scientific, and technical services classification, and is managed by the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services. The primary point of contact is the Purchasing Division, accessible via email at nvpurch@admin.nv.gov and by phone at 775-684-0170. Interested parties can find additional details and bid information through the Nevada eProcurement portal. The agreement underscores Nevada’s commitment to leveraging specialized research foundations to improve child welfare assessments and services through a streamlined, noncompetitive process.