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Delaware Seeks Out of School Time Programming for Youth – Statewide Service RFP

This opportunity from the State of Delaware Department of Services for Children, Youth & Their Families seeks proposals for Out of School Time (OST) programming for youth: - Government Buyer: - State of Delaware Department of Services for Children, Youth & Their Families (DSCYF) - Division of Prevention and Behavioral Health Services (DPBHS) - Services Requested: - Statewide after-school and summer programs for children and youth up to age 17 - Focus on youth violence and suicide prevention, safety, academic and social success, and healthy behaviors - Programs must incorporate evidence-based practices such as: - Sandy Hook Promise - Mindwise Signs of Suicide - Trauma-Informed Community Engagement - Additional encouraged components: substance misuse prevention, youth voice, family engagement, nutrition and wellness, volunteer opportunities, and youth engagement initiatives - Eligible Respondents: - Community centers, faith-based organizations, civic organizations, libraries, schools, school districts, and other community-based organizations - Notable Requirements: - Five-year contract term, awarded annually with renewals based on funding and performance - Cost-reimbursable contracts with monthly invoicing - Compliance with state and federal regulations, including anti-discrimination laws and client confidentiality - Maintenance of records and submission of a detailed 12-month budget - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; this is a service-based procurement - Place of Performance: - State of Delaware, with primary office at 1825 Faulkland Road, Wilmington, DE 19805

Description

The State of Delaware Department of Services for Children Youth & Their Families (DSCYF) is soliciting proposals for Out of School Time (OST) programming aimed at providing after-school and summer programs for youth. The initiative focuses on youth violence and suicide prevention, promoting safety, social and academic success, and healthy behaviors. The contract term is expected to be five years with annual renewals, and proposals must be submitted by email by May 29, 2026. The solicitation encourages community-based organizations, schools, and faith-based groups to apply.

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