Supervised Independent Living (SIL) Residential Child-Care Services

The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) is conducting an Open Enrollment process for contractors to provide Supervised Independent Living (SIL) residential child-care services targeting young adults aged 18 to 22. This solicitation, identified by number HHS0015121 and commencing July 9, 2024, with a closing date of August 31, 2029, invites both new applicants and existing contractors to deliver SIL placements and Enhanced Case Management (ECM) services under the Extended Foster Care program. The initiative is designed to support youth transitioning from foster care into independent living arrangements within the state of Texas. Contractors are required to adhere to strict eligibility and operational guidelines, including comprehensive background checks on personnel, insurance coverage standards, and compliance with relevant Texas and federal statutes, such as human trafficking prohibitions and civil rights protections. The contract framework mandates maintenance of secure, approved living environments that meet prescribed safety, accessibility, and habitability criteria. Applicants must submit thorough applications, including detailed organizational information, staff qualifications, proof of insurance, and facility documentation such as floor plans and narratives demonstrating compliance with program standards. New applicants and current contractors have clearly defined submission procedures, with a uniform deadline of July 31, 2024, and electronic submission protocols. The contract terms emphasize regulatory compliance including Title IV-E and TANF funding requirements, reporting obligations, and documentation standards to support youth achievement of independence goals. Financial and program integrity provisions require contractors to maintain minimum financial reserves and undergo periodic reviews by DFPS. The procurement does not incorporate standard federal FAR clauses but is governed by specific supplemental and special conditions unique to the SIL program, ensuring contractor accountability, client safety, and fidelity to service delivery goals across all contracted SIL residential placements within Texas.