The Global Orphan Project, Inc.

The contract involves the continued operation of Care Portal, a statewide resource platform managed by The Global Orphan Project (GO Project), which connects families in crisis with local churches offering tangible resources and support. This platform enables real-time, meaningful connections to address immediate needs of children and families across all counties in New York State. The contract is awarded as a single-source procurement, indicating that GO Project is the sole provider for this service, with the award period running from September 1, 2025, through February 28, 2027, and an end date of November 17, 2025, for the advertising notice. The contract value ranges between $500,000 and $2,000,000, reflecting its significant scope and statewide reach. The NYS Office of Children & Family Services is the contracting agency, with Sara Martin serving as the primary contact for contract management. The project emphasizes the importance of a dedicated, ongoing partnership with GO Project to sustain and expand the care-sharing technology platform, ensuring that vulnerable families across New York have access to essential resources through a streamlined, technology-driven approach. The contract underscores the state's commitment to leveraging innovative solutions to support children and families in need, with a focus on timely and effective resource sharing facilitated by a trusted, sole-source provider.