Connecticut Portal #CTDOH 2026-1674

Connecticut DOH Cold Weather Shelter Implementation and Oversight Solicitation

This opportunity involves the Connecticut Department of Administrative Services (DAS) Procurement, acting for the Department of Health (DOH), seeking agencies to manage Cold Weather Shelters in designated Coordinated Access Network (CAN) areas. - Government Buyer: - Connecticut Department of Administrative Services (DAS) Procurement, on behalf of the Department of Health (DOH) - Scope of Work: - Implement, coordinate, and oversee Cold Weather Shelters within specific CAN geographic areas - Selected agency in each CAN will manage shelter operations and may subcontract as needed - Only one agency per CAN will be selected; no individual programs will be awarded - Funding and Allocation: - Estimated total program funding: $5,350,000 - Funding allocated equitably based on prior year needs and standardized cost-per-bed - Funding may be scaled if additional state resources become available - Unique Requirements: - Agencies must ensure comprehensive coordination among local providers - Clear standards and expectations for shelter operations must be set and maintained - Shelter components must be scalable to meet changing needs - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are mentioned in the solicitation - Products/Services Requested: - Primary service is the implementation and oversight of cold weather shelter operations; no specific products or part numbers are listed

Description

The State of Connecticut Department of Health (DOH) is requesting proposals from eligible applicants to implement, coordinate, and oversee Cold Weather Shelters within a specific Coordinated Access Network (CAN) geographic area. The program aims to ensure comprehensive and well-coordinated Cold Weather Shelter activities across the CAN, emphasizing coordination among agencies and equitable funding based on needs. Funding will be allocated based on the previous year's needs, with standards set for cost-per-bed and scalable components. The DOH intends to select one agency per CAN to oversee and subcontract for Cold Weather Shelters, establishing standards for shelter operations.

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