South Carolina Sfaa Sfaa #5400030173

South Carolina DSS Solicits Providers for Supervised Independent Living (SIL) Services for Young Adults Transitioning from Foster Care

The South Carolina Department of Social Services (SCDSS) is seeking qualified providers to deliver Supervised Independent Living (SIL) services for young adults aged 18-21 transitioning from foster care to independent adulthood. - Government Buyer: - South Carolina Department of Social Services (SCDSS), including the Chafee Program, Transition Services and Support Division, and SCDSS Contract and Procurement Office - Products and Services Requested: - Supervised Independent Living (SIL) apartment-style housing (maximum daily rate: $137) - Case management, individualized life skills planning, health and well-being coordination, crisis intervention, and advocacy - Monthly life skills and transitional workshops (topics: financial literacy, college readiness, employment, housing, health) - Food allotments (e.g., $150/month per youth), transportation assistance (bus passes, carpools, vehicle support) - Academic and employment support (tutoring, GED, job readiness, certification courses, professional attire) - Housing and emergency assistance (furniture, room and board, utilities, deposits) - Bundled goods for youth (computer bundles, dorm/housing essentials, dependent bundles) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Trauma-informed, culturally relevant, and youth-engaged service delivery - Individualized transition plans with regular assessments and progress monitoring - Ongoing staff training in adolescent development, crisis intervention, and motivational interviewing - Documentation of all services in the CAPSS system for federal compliance - Collaboration with community partners and DSS case managers - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; the opportunity is open to qualified service providers, community organizations, and educational institutions.

Description

This solicitation is for the provision of Supervised Independent Living (SIL) services by the South Carolina Department of Social Services. The program targets young adults aged 18 to 21 who are transitioning from foster care to independent living. Services include case management, life skills planning, health and well-being coordination, and support to help youth achieve self-sufficiency in areas such as education, employment, financial management, and housing. The program emphasizes trauma-informed care, youth engagement, and culturally relevant services to support successful transitions to adulthood.

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