National Communication System for Runaway and Homeless Youth Program

Administration for Children & Families - ACYF/FYSB

Published: Jul 21, 2026

Updated: Jul 23, 2026

Source: grants_gov

About This Opportunity

This is a grants contract in the education and training, rural development and information and communication technology sectors. Located in United States, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of USD 1.0 million – USD 1.8 million. Proposals must be submitted before August 19, 2026.

Published through Grants.gov, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for grants in the education and training sector. Grant applications generally require a detailed project proposal, a clear results framework, and evidence of the applicant's capacity to deliver the proposed activities. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

The Division of Runaway and Homeless Youth will award one cooperative agreement on a competitive basis for a period of three years to operate the National Communication System (NCS) for Runaway and Homeless Youth Program. The NCS is a dedicated toll-free, US national communication system that provides information, referral services, crisis intervention, prevention approaches, and other supportive services to vulnerable, at-risk, and runaway and homeless youth, and their families or legal guardians.

The purpose of the NCS is to a) prevent youth from running away and becoming homeless, b) link youth with a family member or guardian, and/or an available resource that can provide and/or assist the youth in acquiring needed services, and c) increase prevention education to reduce runaway incidents and youth homelessness.

Agency: Administration for Children & Families - ACYF/FYSB

CFDA: 93.623

Eligible Applicants: In accordance with section 331 of the Runaway and Homeless Youth (RHY) Act, priority will be given to applicants demonstrating experience in providing communication services to vulnerable youth, youth at-risk, runaway and homeless youth, including telephone, Internet, mobile applications, and other technology-driven services. Applications from individuals (including sole proprietorships) and foreign entities are not eligible and will be disqualified from the merit review and funding under this funding opportunity. Faith-based and community organizations that meet the eligibility requirements are eligible for awards under this funding opportunity.

Applicant Types: Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized); Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities; Special district governments; State governments; County governments; Independent school districts; Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification); Public and State controlled institutions of higher education; Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments); Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; City or township governments; Private institutions of higher education

Cost Sharing: Yes

Contact: Administration for Children & Families - ACYF/FYSB

Email: timothy.joyce@acf.hhs.gov

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from Grants.gov and was originally published on July 21, 2026. Last refreshed 17 days ago. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Administration for Children & Families - ACYF/FYSB

Administration for Children & Families - ACYF/FYSB has issued 10 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 10 currently open and 0 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Youth & Employment, Social Protection & Welfare, and Education & Training. All notices are published for United States. Notices are distributed via Grants.gov. Most recent publication: July 23, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

What is the estimated budget?

The estimated contract value is $1,000,000 - $1,800,000. Bidders should ensure their proposals are consistent with this range and account for any local taxes and contract execution costs.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in United States. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

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When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is August 19, 2026. You have 10 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Administration for Children & Families - ACYF/FYSB in United States. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Grants contract in the Education & Training sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.