Sole Source Justification for Adger

Background

The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) administers the state’s juvenile justice system, responsible for the care, treatment, supervision, and rehabilitation of youth who are detained, committed, on probation, or on parole. The agency operates secure facilities and community-based supervision programs aimed at serving youth with significant behavioral, mental health, educational, and public safety needs. DJJ is currently facing operational challenges such as workforce shortages and the need to modernize policies and practices. A critical vacancy in the Inspector General position has created a need for evaluation of investigative functions and organizational structure to enhance accountability and oversight.

Work Details

Adger Consulting, LLC will provide executive-level assessment, consultation, and technical assistance services related to agency operations. This includes evaluating organizational structure, investigative functions, security practices, leadership development, policy evaluation, workforce utilization, and strategic operational improvements. The contractor will review current practices, identify operational risks and inefficiencies, recommend corrective actions, and provide ongoing consultation to agency leadership regarding implementation of improvements.

Period of Performance

The specific period of performance is not detailed in the solicitation.

Place of Performance

The services will be performed within the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice facilities and programs.

Bidder Requirements

The contract is designated as a sole source procurement under SC Code Ann § 11-35-1560 due to the unique qualifications of Mr. Adger. He possesses over forty years of experience in criminal justice and public sector leadership within South Carolina's juvenile justice system.