Opportunity
British Columbia BCBid #159058
Respite Care Services Procurement for Children and Youth with Complex Needs
Posted
February 17, 2023
Respond By
February 28, 2033
Identifier
159058
NAICS
624110
This opportunity seeks qualified providers to deliver respite care services for children and youth with complex needs in British Columbia. - Government Buyer: - Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD), Procurement Services Branch - Services Requested: - Respite Care Services for children and youth - Culturally safe, developmentally appropriate, and structured care outside the primary living arrangement - Focus on family preservation and prevention of entry into care - Requirements: - Providers must meet the Province’s standards as outlined in the Contract Form and CFR documents - Services must address complex needs and be culturally appropriate - Contract Details: - Estimated duration of 120 months - Multiple amendments and addenda possible - No OEMs or product vendors are specified, as this is a service-based procurement
Description
The Ministry of Child and Family Development (MCFD) is seeking qualified Service Providers to deliver Respite Care services to children and youth. These services provide a culturally safe, developmentally appropriate, and structured environment outside the primary living arrangement for children and youth with varying complex needs. The goal is to maintain a child/youth's living arrangement within the family and/or prevent children/youth from coming into care. Service Providers meeting the Province's requirements may be invited to finalize a service contract with the Director.