Opportunity
Utah Public Procurement Place U3P #DHHS26071
Utah DHHS Solicits Providers for Talking Circle Groups for Juvenile Justice Youth
Posted
March 26, 2026
Respond By
April 02, 2026
Identifier
DHHS26071
NAICS
624190
The Utah Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), in partnership with the Division of Juvenile Justice and Youth Services (JJYS), is seeking qualified providers to facilitate Talking Circle groups for youth involved with JJYS. - Government Buyer: - Utah Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) - Division of Juvenile Justice and Youth Services (JJYS) - Products/Services Requested: - Facilitation of Talking Circle groups for juvenile justice youth - Service classified under UNSPSC code 85911003 (Mental health intervention and counseling) - Vendors and OEMs: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Providers must have at least five years of experience leading Talking Circle groups specifically with juvenile defenders - Facilitators must be authorized by a recognized indigenous peoples tribe to lead the sessions - Focus on mental health intervention, coping skills development, and relationship improvement for youth
Description
The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and Division of Juvenile Justice and Youth Services (JJYS) are seeking providers to conduct Talking Circle groups. These groups aim to help JJYS youth develop coping skills, progress through the stages of change model, and improve their relationships. Providers must have at least 5 years of experience leading Talking Circle groups with juvenile defenders and be authorized by a recognized indigenous peoples tribe to lead the sessions.