When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due November 3, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $150,000.

It was issued by Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services. The work is located in Mississippi, United States.

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Structured Analysis Family Evaluation (SAFE) Services

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Overview

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Mississippi, United StatesPosted: October 13, 2026Deadline: November 3, 2026

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SUMMARY

The Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services is seeking a sole-source contract for the Structured Analysis Family Evaluation (SAFE) methodology, which provides a standardized framework for assessing prospective foster, adoptive, and relative caregivers.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be the authorized provider of the Structured Analysis Family Evaluation (SAFE) methodology
Must provide initial 2-day certification training for Home Study Practitioners
Must provide half-day SAFE supervisor training
Must provide full-day SAFE refresher training
Must provide access to SAFE tools, documents, and online-learning platform
Must provide ongoing technical assistance and consultation
Must provide 90-day notice of recertification for all certified practitioners

BUDGET

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$150,000

CONTRACT DURATION

24 months

TIMELINE

Notice of Intent published: October 13, 2026

Objection deadline: November 3rd, 2026

Contract start date: January 1st, 2027

Contract end date: December 31st, 2028

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Issuing Agency

Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services

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DESCRIPTION

The Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services (MDCPS) is procuring Structured Analysis Family Evaluation (SAFE) services to provide a standardized, research-informed framework for assessing prospective foster, adoptive, and relative caregivers. The scope includes initial certification training, supervisor training, refresher training, access to SAFE tools and the resource center, and ongoing technical assistance. The contract term is from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2028, with an option for three successive one-year renewals.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due November 3, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: The published budget is $150,000.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services. The work is located in Mississippi, United States.

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