Guilford County NC MUNIS #20123

Consultative & Facilitation Services for Homelessness Taskforce in Guilford County, NC

Guilford County Purchasing Department in Greensboro, NC is seeking professional consultative and facilitation services to develop a cross-county homelessness and housing taskforce. - Scope of work includes: - Establishing a taskforce with a formal charter and governance structure - Conducting data reviews, stakeholder surveys, and SWOT analysis - Facilitating workstreams focused on: - Homelessness prevention - Emergency shelter and transition services - Long-term supports and affordable housing - Healthcare and services for vulnerable populations - Policy, sustainability, data quality improvement, engagement, advocacy, communication, and public-private partnerships - The project aims to create a multi-year strategic framework for addressing homelessness and housing instability - Funded by American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds - Contract duration is two years, with options to renew for up to five years - Minority and Women Business Enterprise (MWBE) participation is required (10% goal) - Compliance with federal, state, and local regulations is mandatory - No specific product OEMs are involved; procurement is for professional services only - Notable requirements include provider qualifications, insurance coverage, certification regarding debarment, and submission of cost proposals and references

Description

Guilford County is soliciting proposals from qualified firms to provide consultative and facilitation services for the development of a cross-county homelessness and housing taskforce. The goal is to develop a multi-year strategic framework to address homelessness and housing instability through collaborative coordination, data-driven decision making, and community engagement. The project includes establishing governance structures, conducting SWOT analysis, facilitating workstreams, and recommending action items based on HUD guidelines and best practices. The contract will be funded by American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds and is expected to last two years with options to renew for up to five years.

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