2025 RFP - New Jersey Child Assault Prevention Training / Technical Assistance Program

The Department of Children and Families (DCF) issued a 2025 RFP to fund a statewide Child Assault Prevention Training and Technical Assistance (NJCAP) program. The award of $184,238 (including up to $20,000 for start‑up costs) will be granted to Empower Somerset, Inc. to deliver train‑the‑trainer workshops, certify facilitators, provide ongoing technical assistance, and manage data reporting across New Jersey’s 15 Student Support Services hubs. The contract runs six months (Jan 1 2026‑Jun 30 2026) with a possible 12‑month renewal in FY 2027. Key deliverables include: • Conducting initial and recertification trainings, classroom observations, and fidelity monitoring. • Quarterly and bi‑annual reporting of training metrics, facilitator meetings, and CAPA event data. • Maintaining a statewide tracking tool and providing technical assistance to NJ4S hubs within 48 hours of request. The program must comply with state statutes (Erin’s Law, CAPTA, etc.) and meet staffing requirements of two master trainers (minimum $100 k salary each) and one administrative support staff.