Vermont Department of Economic Development #74001

Vermont DCF Solicits Kinship Navigator Program Services for Kinship Caregivers

This opportunity is issued by the Vermont Department for Children and Families (DCF), Family Services Division (FSD), to establish a Kinship Navigator Program supporting kinship caregivers. - Government Buyer: - Vermont Department for Children and Families (DCF), Family Services Division (FSD) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; this is a service-based solicitation - Products/Services Requested: - Kinship Navigator Program services - Support and navigation for kinship caregivers (grandparents, siblings, aunts, uncles, extended family, close family friends) - Assistance with navigating child welfare, aging services, education, housing, and health care systems - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Providers must demonstrate experience with kinship care - Ability to coordinate across multiple social service systems is required - Focus on promoting safety and well-being of children and youth in Vermont - No product part numbers or quantities are specified, as this is a comprehensive service delivery program - No hardware, software, or equipment procurement is involved

Description

The Vermont Department for Children and Families (DCF) is seeking proposals for the Kinship Navigator program, which supports formal and informal kinship caregivers such as grandparents, siblings, aunts, uncles, and close family friends who provide care for children when their parents cannot. The program assists caregivers in navigating systems including child welfare, aging services, education, housing, and health care. The Family Services Division (FSD) administers this program to promote the safety and well-being of children and youth. Questions regarding the solicitation are due by August 14, 2026, and the closing date for proposals is September 4, 2026.

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