# Mercer County Granicus #DHS2026-16

Mercer County seeks proposals for social services programs supporting homeless individuals and families.

**Posted:** October 04, 2023
**Respond By:** October 20, 2026
**Identifier:** DHS2026-16

Mercer County Department of Human Services, Office on Homeless Services (OHS) is seeking proposals for social service programs to support individuals and families experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
- Government Buyer:
  - Mercer County Department of Human Services, Office on Homeless Services (OHS)
- OEMs and Vendors:
  - No specific OEMs or vendors mentioned; this is a services-based solicitation
- Products/Services Requested:
  - Program funding for social services to homeless individuals and families
  - Focus on system-level solutions and alignment with Housing First philosophy
  - Target population includes chronically homeless and those at imminent risk
  - Initial period of six months, with two one-year extension options
- Unique/Notable Requirements:
  - Programs must align with Housing First principles
  - Emphasis on multi-layered, system-level approaches to increase housing stability and reduce homelessness
  - Funded through Social Services for the Homeless State grant funds

### Description

The Mercer County Department of Human Services, Office on Homeless Services (OHS), is accepting proposals for programs that support individuals and families experiencing or at-risk of homelessness in Mercer County. Funding is available for six months from January 1, 2027, through June 30, 2027, with two one-year options to extend through June 30, 2029. The RFP supports a multi-layered strategy to reduce and end homelessness and increase housing stability, emphasizing the Housing First philosophy. Programs should serve residents experiencing chronic homelessness or at imminent risk and reflect a system-level approach to reduce homelessness and increase access to services.

[View original listing](https://www.mercercounty.org/Home/Components/RFP/RFP/5653/29)