# New York State Contract Reporter #2139102

Sole Source Training Services for YASI/CaseWorks Assessment for NYS Probation Departments

**Posted:** September 16, 2026
**Respond By:** September 23, 2026
**Identifier:** 2139102
**NAICS:** 611430

This opportunity involves a sole source procurement by the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) for specialized training services:
- Government Buyer:
  - New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS), Purchasing Division
- OEM/Vendor:
  - Orbis Partners, LLC (sole source provider)
- Services Requested:
  - Expert training for probation departments statewide
  - Focus on evidence-based practices, case assessment, and case planning using the Youth Assessment and Screening Instrument (YASI)/CaseWorks tool
  - Training topics include behavior analysis, mapping, assessment feedback, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed methods
- Unique Requirements:
  - Supports implementation of the Raise the Age (RTA) Law
  - Aims to reduce recidivism and enhance public safety for justice-involved youth
  - Orbis Partners, LLC is the only vendor capable of providing these services; procurement is exempt from advertising
- No physical products are being procured; only specialized training services are included

### Description

The New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services is continuing an initiative to provide expert training to probation departments on evidence-based practices, case assessment, and case planning using the YASI/CaseWorks instrument. This training supports the Raise the Age Law by equipping probation officers with skills to conduct valid assessments and develop meaningful case plans for justice-involved youth. Training topics include behavior analysis, mapping, assessment feedback, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed methods through direct training and coaching. The goal is to reduce recidivism and enhance public safety for justice-involved youth.

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