Arkansas Ionwave #HS-26-022

Litter Abatement Employment Program

The City of Hot Springs, Arkansas, through its Purchasing Division, awarded a contract to Friends of the Hot Springs Community Resource Center for the development and operation of a Litter Abatement Employment (LAE) Program. The program aims to provide low-barrier employment opportunities for individuals at risk of or experiencing homelessness by employing them to collect litter in high-traffic corridors and illegal dumping hotspots within the city. The contract includes responsibilities such as hiring participants, providing fair wages, and offering wrap-around support services including housing assistance, mental health and addiction treatment, and job training. The program's total cost is capped at $100,000, covering wages, salaries, equipment, insurance, and overhead. The award was based on proposals evaluated on qualifications, proposed method, capacity, and cost, with the selected organization being a qualified local 501(c)(3) non-profit with a physical headquarters in Hot Springs. The contract involves services such as litter abatement, social services, and reporting, with specific insurance and licensing requirements. The period of performance is ongoing, with monthly invoicing and reporting requirements.

Description

The City of Hot Springs issued a Request for Proposals (RFP Number: HS-26-022) for a Litter Abatement Employment Program. The program aims to provide low-barrier work opportunities for individuals at risk or experiencing homelessness by employing them to collect litter in high-traffic corridors and illegal dumping hotspots. The selected local 501(c)(3) non-profit social service organization will develop and operate the program, providing fair-wage work and wrap-around support services such as housing assistance, mental health and addiction treatment, and job training. The program includes detailed reporting and accountability requirements, and the total cost must not exceed $100,000 including wages, salaries, equipment, insurance, and overhead. The awardee is Friends of the Hot Springs Community Resource Center, as indicated in the Notice of Intent to Award dated March 23, 2026.

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