2015 Revised Code of Washington
Title 74 - PUBLIC ASSISTANCE
74.13B Child welfare system—Contracting for services.
74.13B.040 Performance-based contracting—Review.
RCW 74.13B.040 Performance-based contracting—Review.
(1) On an annual basis, beginning in the 2015-2017 biennium, the department and contracted network administrators shall:
(a) Review and update the services offered through performance-based contracts in response to service outcome data for currently contracted services and any research that has identified new evidence-based or research-based services not included in a previous procurement; and
(b) Review service utilization and outcome data to determine whether changes are needed in procurement policies or performance-based contracts to better meet the goals established in RCW 74.13B.005.
(2) In conducting the review under subsection (1) of this section, the department must consult with department caseworkers, the exclusive bargaining representative for employees of the department, tribal representatives, parents who were formerly involved in the child welfare system, youth currently or previously in foster care, child welfare services researchers, representatives of child welfare service providers, and the Washington state institute for public policy.
[2012 c 205 § 5.]
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