Specifications include, but are not limited to: FSD is seeking to enter into a contract or contracts with one or more vendors who has/have demonstrated significant experience in the development and facilitation of verbal de-escalation and non-violent physical intervention trainings specifically designed for individuals working with a predominantly adolescent population. Situations in which the strategies and techniques covered in the training may be used include: • Children/youth who are exhibiting acute, generalized violence against people across settings or have committed an egregious violent offense involving the use of a weapon or serious physical harm/injury. • Children/youth with sexually harmful behaviors towards others or a history of sexually reactive behaviors. • Children/youth who are known or suspected victims of human trafficking. • Children/youth appropriate for non-voluntary programs or awaiting placement at or coming from a disrupted high-end placement. • Children/youth with significant runaway behaviors. • Children/youth with acute, significant substance use concerns. • Children/youth with significant mental health concerns or acute self-harm, self-injury, or suicidal ideation.
