Federal Register #2026-16187

Public Comment Request: Extension of Information Collection for National Communication System for Runaway and Homeless Youth

This opportunity centers on public comment for the extension of information collection activities related to the National Communication System for Runaway and Homeless Youth, operated by the National Runaway Safeline (NRS) under the Family and Youth Services Bureau (FYSB) of the Department of Health and Human Services. - Government Buyer: - Department of Health and Human Services - Administration for Children and Families - Family and Youth Services Bureau - OEMs and Vendors: - National Runaway Safeline (NRS) (service provider, not an OEM) - Products/Services Requested: - Extension of information collection for the National Communication System for Runaway and Homeless Youth - Data collected from calls, chats, emails, and forum posts - Used for crisis intervention, referral services, and prevention resources - Supports annual reporting and outreach strategies - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Focus is on data collection and reporting, not procurement of products or technology - Public comments are requested regarding the continuation of these activities - No specific hardware, software, or OEMs are involved - Related Activities: - CDC awarded sole source grants for influenza surveillance and response in several countries, but this is not part of the procurement opportunity for NRS

Description

The Family and Youth Services Bureau's Runaway and Homeless Youth Division is seeking public comments on the extension of information collection activities related to the National Communication System operated by the National Runaway Safeline. The system provides information, referral services, crisis intervention, and prevention resources to vulnerable youth at risk of running away or homelessness and their families at no cost. The Safeline collects data from contacts via calls, chats, emails, and forum posts to inform crisis services and develop annual reports. The data collection supports outreach, prevention strategies, and reporting to Congress on youth in crisis and runaway and homeless youth nationwide.

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