Opportunity
Los Angeles County Lacounty #26-0045
Peer Mentor Program Services for DCFS Youth in Los Angeles County
Posted
May 20, 2026
Respond By
June 11, 2026
Identifier
26-0045
NAICS
624110
The County of Los Angeles Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is seeking information from experienced organizations to support a Peer Mentor Program for youth aged 10-17 in Los Angeles County. - Government Buyer: - County of Los Angeles Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) - Program Requirements: - Structured peer mentorship for youth aged 10-17, with mentors who have lived experience in child welfare, juvenile justice, behavioral health, or homelessness - Weekly in-person engagement, coaching, and individualized service connections - Crisis support and trauma-informed practices - Data collection and outcome measurement for program effectiveness - Holistic support across six pathways: education, mentorship, economic mobility, workforce training, housing, and health - Flexible staffing, bilingual mentors, and comprehensive support for youth in crisis - Respondents must demonstrate at least two years of relevant experience and operational capacity - Organizations must provide projected annual costs, line-item budgets, and evidence of outcome measurement - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; the opportunity is open to qualified service providers - Place of Performance: - Services to be delivered throughout Los Angeles County, with the contracting office located at 510 S. Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90020
Description
The County of Los Angeles, through its Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to gather information about service providers experienced in connecting DCFS youth aged 10 to 17 with adult mentors who have had similar life experiences. The program aims to support youth by fostering mentorship relationships that help discuss life opportunities, strengthen social connections, and promote long-term permanency. Organizations with at least two years of relevant experience are encouraged to respond by June 11, 2026. This RFI is for planning purposes and does not obligate the County to contract for services.