The document discusses Georgia's transition to a performance-based contracting (PBC) model for child placement agencies. It will emphasize outcomes over process and use measurable standards. The state selected outcomes, formed focus groups, and finalized 6 outcomes around safety, permanency and well-being. In year 1, agencies will receive quarterly report cards but no penalties to establish baselines. Technical assistance will be provided. In year 2, scoring and referrals will be tied to performance based on the prior year's data.