Department
Juvenile Court
Requested Action (Identify appropriate Action or Motion, purpose, cost, timeframe, etc.)
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Request approval to renew an existing contract - Juvenile Court, 25RFP1391212A-KM, Family Treatment Court Peer Support Specialist in an amount not to exceed $10,000.00 with Kelly Cox (Atlanta, GA) to provide peer support services. This action exercises the first of two renewal options. One renewal option remains. Effective dates: July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. This contract is 100% grant funded. No county funding is required.
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Requirement for Board Action (Cite specific Board policy, statute or code requirement)
In accordance with Purchasing Code Section 102-394(6), the Purchasing Department shall present all renewal requests to the Board of Commissioners at least 90 days prior to the contract renewal date or 60 days if the contract term is six (6) months or less.
Strategic Priority Area related to this item (If yes, note strategic priority area below)
Justice and Safety
Commission Districts Affected
All Districts ☒
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District 2 ☐
District 3 ☐
District 4 ☐
District 5 ☐
District 6 ☐
Is this a purchasing item?
Yes
Summary & Background
The Fulton County Juvenile Court (FCJC) recommends the contract with Kelly Cox for Accountability Courts Peer Support Services. FCJC is awarded grant funds from the Council of Accountability Court Judges) administered through CJCC (Criminal Justice Coordinating Council. Kelly Cox will implement peer support services to participants of Juvenile Court’s HOPE. This includes random drug screens, connecting participants to community resources, helping participants connect with a sponsor and ensure participants attend weekly substance use support treatment groups.
Scope of Work: The Fulton County Juvenile Court (FCJC) requests renewal of a contract to further its mission to rehabilitate children and restore families through the continued provision of peer support services to participants in the Family Treatment Court Program. The Peer Support Specialist is responsible for meeting weekly with program participants. They provide random drug screens, connect participants to community resources, help participants connect with a sponsor and ensure participants attend weekly substance use support treatment groups. The Peer Support Specialist also assist participants who may continue struggle as they progress through the program.
Community Impact: The Peer Support Specialist will assist program participants in becoming alcohol and drug free. The Peer Support Specialist provides real life experience and recovery knowledge in a way that allows others to benefit from their experiences. Their skills and support have proven effective in reducing substance use for participants currently in treatment programs.
Department Recommendation: The Fulton County Juvenile Court (FCJC) recommends renewal of the contract for the implementation of peer support services to court involved families.
Project Implications: No future implications exist
Community Issues/Concerns: No future implications exist
Department Issues/Concerns: No future implications exist
Contract Modification
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Current Contract History |
BOC Item |
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Dollar Amount |
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Original Award Amount |
102-369 |
8/19/2025 |
$10,000.00 |
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1st Renewal |
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$10,000.00 |
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Total Revised Amount |
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$20,000.00 |
Contract & Compliance Information (Provide Contractor and Subcontractor details.)
Contract Value: $10,000.00
Prime Vendor: Kelly Cox
Prime Status: Non-Profit
Location: Atlanta, GA
County: Fulton County
Prime Value: $10,000.00 or 100.00%
Total Contract Value: $10,000.00 or 100.00%
Total Certified Value: $Non-Profit
Exhibits Attached
Exhibit 1: Contract Renewal Evaluation Form
Exhibit 2: Performance Evaluation
Exhibit 3: Contract Renewal Agreement
Contact Information
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Cicley Barber, Chief Administrator Officer, Juvenile Court, 404-613-4681
Contract Attached
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Yes
Previous Contracts
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Yes
Total Contract Value
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Original Approved Amount: |
$10,000.00 |
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Previous Adjustments: |
$0.00 |
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This Request: |
$10,000.00 |
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TOTAL: |
$20,000.00 |
Grant Information Summary
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Amount Requested: |
$10,000.00 |
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Cash |
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Match Required: |
Yes |
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In-Kind |
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Start Date: |
July 1, 2026 |
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Approval to Award |
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End Date: |
June 30,2027 |
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Apply & Accept |
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Match Account $: |
$0.00 |
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Fiscal Impact / Funding Source
Funding Line 1:
461-405-AC26-1160: Grants, Juvenile Court, Professional Service-$10,000
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Key Contract Terms |
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Start Date: 7/1/2026 |
End Date: 6/30/2027 |
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Cost Adjustment: N/A |
Renewal/Extension Terms: (1) renewal option remains |
Overall Contractor Performance Rating: 80.5
Would you select/recommend this vendor again?
Yes
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Report Period Start: |
Report Period End: |
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7/1/2026 |
6/30/2027 |