Award
Lee County Southwest Florida #RFP230083BJB
Shelter Staffing - Emergency & Disaster
Recipient
Family Endeavors, Inc. and SLSCO LTD
Awarded
August 15, 2023
Identifier
RFP230083BJB
The award involves multiple contracts issued by Lee County, Florida, for emergency and disaster shelter staffing services. The primary vendor is Family Endeavors, Inc., headquartered in San Antonio, TX, with a contract starting August 15, 2023, for three years, with an option to renew for an additional three years. The secondary vendor is SLSCO LTD, based in Texas, with similar renewal terms. The contracts cover staffing roles such as Shelter Manager, Assistant Manager, Case Manager, and General Shelter Staff, with hourly rates specified for regular and overtime hours. The services are to be provided at various designated shelters across Lee County, including schools, recreation centers, and arenas, during emergency activations. The contracts are funded in part by FEMA and comply with federal regulations, including 2 CFR part 200. The procurement process included detailed scope of work, pricing, insurance, and background screening requirements. Renewal confirmations extend the contracts for an additional two years, with the County reserving the right to renew or cancel based on budget and performance. The contracts aim to support emergency shelter operations during disasters such as hurricanes, with the County maintaining a list of 21 shelters in coordination with local agencies.
Description
This solicitation is for shelter staffing related to emergency and disaster response. The contract is awarded to Family Endeavors, Inc. as the primary vendor and SLSCO LTD as the secondary vendor for emergency shelter staffing services on an as needed basis for an initial term of three years starting August 15, 2023, with one 3-year renewal term from 2026 to 2028. The contract complies with Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) reimbursement regulations. Services are charged on an hourly basis at rates established by the agreements.