IDJJ PREA Certified Audit Services Re-bid

The Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice is seeking a certified Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) Vendor to audit six statewide IDJJ Youth Centers. The Vendor shall conduct PREA audits of all Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice (IDJJ) youth centers by United States Department of Justice (USDOJ) certified PREA auditors. The scope of work includes conducting audits, providing reports, and ensuring compliance with PREA standards. The contract period is from August 20, 2026, to August 19, 2029. • The Vendor shall perform new PREA certified audits on a minimum of 1/3 of Illinois Youth Centers or two Youth Centers per year. • The Vendor shall work with staff and youth at each of the selected facilities to complete the objectives of the certified PREA audit. • The Vendor shall report findings of the audit to the Department as well as any recommendations on resolving any areas of non-compliance. • The Vendor shall provide a report to the department that includes the findings of the certified Auditor(s) and any recommendations for bringing the audited facility into compliance.