Specifications include, but are not limited to: Catchment Areas: Proposals sought for Women’s Work Release Proposals with Mental Health Supports/Resources. The Department is looking for two eight (8) bed programs and is flexible on program location, but preference will be given to Norwich and Waterbury area proposals to address Parole’s current needs.. Location of Facilities: Respondent shall provide location of residential program. CTDOC’s Parole and Community Service Division will need to tour and be in support of the proposed facility location. Proposers are not required to obtain possession of physical space, zoning compliance or DPH licensure prior to submission of a proposal, although preference will be given to proposals indicating possession of space, zoning compliance, and DPH licensure if required. The Department will require retention of space, proof of zoning compliance, and proof of licensure for all programs, in accordance with State and local regulations, prior to contract execution. If space, zoning, and licensure are not secured at the time of proposal submission, the proposer must affirm that they will be obtained by the proposed program start date. The Department reserves the right to terminate any negotiations or subsequent contracts if the proposer fails to obtain space, zoning or licensure. Furthermore, the Department reserves the right to deem a proposed site as unsuitable for the operation of a residential program. o Does the proposer currently control the site? If no, provide details of how and when the site will be available. o Has appropriate zoning been secured for the site? If yes, provide proof of zoning compliance in Section E Attachments. If no, indicate a timeline for obtaining such documentation or justification as to why zoning is not required. o Is the site appropriately licensed by DPH, If yes, provide proof of licensure in Section E Attachments. If no, indicate a timeline for obtaining such documentation or justification as to why licensure is not required. o Is the site fully compliant with the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design including, but not limited to accessible to individuals who use wheelchairs? If no, describe the degree to which the site is compliant. o Does the program site share space with any other program, agency, business, residence, etc.? Hours of Operation: 24 hours per day 7 days per week Target Population: Offenders age 18 and older under the supervision of Parole and Community Services Date of Program Availability: ASAP. Upon completion of RFP process and execution of contract. Types of Clients: Offenders released to the community under the jurisdiction of both the Commissioner of Correction and the Board of Pardons and Paroles (BOPP)
