SSN-RC-2016-058 - Proposed Sole Source Contract - Social & Community Integration - Venture

PROPOSED SOLE SOURCE AWARD TO VENTURE FOUNDATION, LTD TO PROVIDE SOCIAL AND COMMUNITY INTEGRATION FOR THOSE WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES - $48,150
 
The County of Rockland is considering the issuance of a Sole Source award to Venture Foundation, LTD for the provision of a Social and Community Integration Program for those with Developmental Disabilities.  Funding amount is contingent on the adoption of the County of Rockland 2017 Annual Budget. As such, the final funding amount may differ from the estimated amount provided in this notice.
 
This award may be made on a sole source basis in accordance with the Rockland County Procurement Policy.
 
The contract fills a need for:
 

• The program provides a vehicle for self-advocacy and supportive peer relationships through a participant forum and social recreation activities.

• Target Population: Residents of Camp Venture residential programs.

• The services will be delivered as a recreation self-advocacy program. The Town Meeting forum, shall take place six (6) times per year, will function as a vehicle for self-expression and information sharing for the peer group. The peer bond will be further developed through social recreation activities including, but not limited to: bowling, theater arts activities such as talent shows, other sports activities, fitness and parties.

• Provide Camp Venture Town Meeting; an evening activity that is central to an array of social recreational activities offered to the residents of Camp Venture. The Town Meeting is a self-advocacy forum by which the participants express their concerns, preferences and life stories. Along with the associated recreational activities, they are the basis for a bond between the members of the group that not only has value from a quality of life perspective; it is also one that promotes the aspirations of the individuals for their relationships, independence and community integration.
• Develop a consumer-driven conversation on choice and mutual concern.

• Promote an organizational ethos built on listening to service recipients, and a deeper understanding of the needs and values.

• Engage in activities that offer social outlets for friendship, health and fitness, and self-esteem.