North Orange County Regional Occupational Program Opengov #MA02620011096

Deferred Entry of Judgment Program Services for Orange County District Attorney

This opportunity involves the County of Orange's District Attorney - Public Administrator contracting for Deferred Entry of Judgment Program Services, a misdemeanor diversion initiative. - Government Buyer: - County of Orange, Office of the District Attorney - Public Administrator - OEMs and Vendors: - Pacific Educational Services, Inc. (primary service provider) - Rancho Santiago Community College District dba Santa Ana College (also contracted for similar services) - Products/Services Requested: - Educational classes for misdemeanor diversion, including: - Suspended License, Drug and Alcohol (Level I & II), Anger Management (Level I & II), Petty Theft (Level I & II), Domestic Violence, Victim Impact, Life Skills (Level I & II), Unlicensed Driver, Parenting Skills - Offender Treatment Program (OTP) group and individual sessions for substance use disorder - Administrative services: enrollment, eligibility determination, fee collection, payment plans - Product Line Items: - Classes range from six to twelve hours, with fees from $300 to $600 per class - OTP sessions: group ($28/session), individual ($70/session), three times per week for six months - Unique/Notable Requirements: - No direct payment from the County; contractor collects fees from defendants - Classes and treatment must be taught by certified counselors in English and Spanish - Compliance with program eligibility as determined by the District Attorney's office - Aim to reduce recidivism by offering alternatives to fines or jail time - Period of Performance: - Initial contract term of four years, with options for renewal up to five years total - Places of Performance/Delivery: - 300 N. Flower St., Santa Ana, CA 92703 (District Attorney's Office) - 401 Civic Center Drive West, Santa Ana, CA 92701 (government office) - County of Orange (general jurisdiction) - 11837 Kemper Road, Suite 2, Auburn, CA 95603 (contractor business location) - Estimated Contract Value: - Annual revenue from DNA fee collections estimated at $292,736 - Potential Competitors: - Other educational and treatment service providers specializing in diversion programs

Description

The County of Orange issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Deferred Entry of Judgment Program Services, a misdemeanor diversion program aimed at reducing recidivism by offering defendants educational classes instead of fines or jail time. The contract was awarded to Pacific Educational Services, Inc. and covers services from May 1, 2020, through April 30, 2025, with options for renewal. The program includes administrative fee collection and treatment programs for defendants with substance use disorders. The contract has undergone amendments to extend the term and update the scope of work.

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