SSN-RC-2019-017 - Provide A Summer Camp Program for Children with or without Disabilities- $78,750

The County of Rockland Department of Mental Health is considering the issuance of a Sole Source award to Camp Venture for the provision of a Summer Camp Program for those with Developmental Disabilities. 
 
This award may be made on a sole source basis in accordance with the Rockland County Procurement Policy.
 
The contract fills a need for:
 

• Provides an opportunity for children, with and without disabilities, to participate in a recreational and truly integrated summer camp experience.

• All activities partner children with disabilities and those without as teammates and buddies, thereby promoting social awareness and growth for all children.

• The development of more appropriate social skills and other skills in general for the children with disabilities, through peer modeling and mentoring.

• Increased self-esteem in the children with disabilities, which is fostered by the acceptance received by, and in friendships with, their peers without disabilities.

• The development of diversity awareness, empathy and advocacy skills in the campers without disabilities.

• Be a 501 (c)3
• Have a successful history of working with and supporting individuals with challenging behaviors, as well as, physical and health related issues.
• Be governed by a Board of Directors
• Be up-to-date with all IRS filings
• Be up-to-date with all NYS filings
• Have a 2017 budget with Board approval
• Be fiscally sound
• Have a Non-discrimination Policy
• Have a Conflict of Interest Policy
• Maintain program records for an audit and provide to the County all program-related information including proprietary materials, upon request
• Submit quarterly and year end reports, including attendance lists for each group activity, and log sheets for clients served
• Be available for on-site visits, announced and unannounced