Juvenile Placement Survey and Cost Report

The Department of Human Services, Division of Youth Services, is seeking a vendor to conduct a Juvenile Placement Survey and Cost Report. The survey will focus on youth awaiting mitigating services and will include a review of up to five state systems. The vendor will be required to provide a report to the Colorado House Health and Human Services Committee and the Colorado Senate Health and Human Services Committee by July 1, 2027. The report will include information on available placements, challenges experienced in placing youth, and recommendations for legislation or policy solutions. * The vendor will be responsible for conducting a statewide survey and reviewing other state systems to identify best practices. * The vendor will be required to provide a detailed budget and work plan. * The vendor will be expected to facilitate a provider symposium to identify barriers and make recommendations to mitigate them. * The vendor will be required to comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including HIPAA. * The vendor will be expected to provide a final report and presentation to the Department and the committees.