STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Government Performance & Financial Management
AGENDA DATE: September 25, 2024
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S): All
DEPARTMENT: Office of Procurement Services
EXECUTIVE: Donzell Gipson
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SUBJECT
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Authorize a one-year service contract, with two one-year renewal options, for housing rental subsidies and supportive services for seniors from October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025 for the Office of Homeless Solutions with Catholic Charities of Dallas, Inc., the most advantageous proposer of five - Not to exceed $250,000.00 - Financing: General Fund (subject to annual appropriations)
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BACKGROUND
This action does not encumber funds. The purpose of a service contract is to establish firm pricing for services, for a specific term, which are ordered on an as needed basis.
This service contract will provide for housing rental subsidies and supportive services for eligible homeless seniors residing within the city and aged 55 years and over for the Office of Homeless Solutions. Supportive services include but are not limited to rental assistance, utility payments, operating assistance, case management, transportation, nutrition counseling, financial literacy, social engagement, and mental health services. The goal of this program is to reduce the number of homeless seniors within the city by providing housing rental subsidies and supportive services.
A three-member committee from the following departments reviewed and evaluated the qualifications:
* Office of Bond and Construction Management (1)
* Office of Community Care (1)
* Office of Homeless Solutions (1)
The committee selected the successful respondent on the basis of demonstrated competence and qualifications under the following criteria:
* Experience 40 points
* Approach 40 points
* Financial Capacity 20 points
As part of the solicitation process and in an effort to increase competition, th...
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