Richmond Planet bids #CD - Housing#073026

Richmond Seeks Vendor to Establish and Operate Homeless Day Center

The City of Richmond Community Development Department (Housing Division) is seeking qualified vendors to establish and operate a Homeless Day Center for unhoused residents in Richmond, California. - Government Buyer: - City of Richmond, Community Development Department, Housing Division - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) are mentioned; opportunity is open to qualified service providers with experience in homeless services - Products/Services Requested: - Establish and operate a Homeless Day Center serving approximately 30-50 individuals daily - Services include: - Hygiene facilities (showers, restrooms) - Meals - Case management - Housing navigation - Employment assistance - Healthcare referrals and coordination - Peer support - Coordination with city, county, and community-based outreach and shelter programs - May include limited capital improvements directly tied to program operations - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Center must operate at least five days per week, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM - Implementation of a Neighborhood Engagement Plan to address community impacts - Demonstrated experience in similar programs and financial management capacity required - Coordination with public agencies and community organizations is mandatory - Final scope, outcomes, and budget will be negotiated with the selected vendor - Contract term is one year, with up to two one-year extensions based on performance and funding

Description

The City of Richmond Community Development Department is seeking qualified vendors to establish and operate a Homeless Day Center for unhoused residents. The center will operate at least five days a week from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, providing a safe and welcoming environment where individuals experiencing homelessness can access basic necessities, supportive services, and assistance with pathways to employment, healthcare, and stable housing. The Day Center is designed as a low-barrier service environment promoting dignity, accessibility, engagement, and trust. Proposals should demonstrate experience in similar programs and coordination with public agencies and community organizations.

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