Gun Violence Prevention Program for 6th and 7th Grade (CC 202615.2)

The County of Atlantic seeks a single‑award competitive contract to deliver a statewide gun‑violence‑prevention program for 6th‑ and 7th‑grade students. The program must use an evidence‑based curriculum, provide weekly group counseling, family‑engagement services, mediation, and connect youth to community resources. Funding is $90,000 for FY 2027 with the possibility of up to three one‑year renewals subject to performance and continued funding. All proposals must be submitted electronically via BidExpress by 10/27/2026 and include extensive certifications, insurance, and compliance documentation. • Deliver evidence‑based counseling and prevention workshops to Atlantic County 6th‑/7th‑grade youth. • Provide family‑engagement, mediation, and community‑resource linkage components. • Submit a detailed line‑item budget, organizational chart, audit, ethics and background‑check policies, and required certifications (Iran, Russia/Belarus, affirmative‑action, non‑collusion, etc.). • Meet reporting requirements: quarterly programmatic reports, annual monitoring visit, and data entry into the Juvenile Automated Management System (JAMS). • Maintain required insurance coverage (general liability, workers’ comp, motor vehicle, umbrella, professional liability, and improper sexual contact) at the limits specified in the Insurance Requirements document.