Youth Assessment and Screening Instrument (YASI)/CaseWorks assessment

The New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services is initiating a sole source procurement to provide expert training to probation departments on evidence-based practices, case assessment, and case planning using the Youth Assessment and Screening Instrument (YASI)/CaseWorks instrument. This initiative is critical for the enhancement and sustainment of the Raise the Age (RTA) Law, ensuring probation officers possess the necessary skills to conduct valid assessments and develop meaningful case plans for justice-involved youth. The training will be delivered through direct coaching and instruction, focusing on behavior analysis, mapping, assessment feedback, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed methods to reduce recidivism and improve public safety. The contract, identified by solicitation number 2139102, is scheduled for a period of performance from October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2028, with services performed state-wide in New York. This procurement is classified under NAICS code 611430 and is managed by Je Zsa Nay Stevens, a Contract Management Specialist within the NYS Division of Purchasing. As this is a notification of intent for a sole source procurement rather than a competitive solicitation, no evaluation factors or pricing details have been specified.