STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Government Performance & Financial Management
AGENDA DATE: January 24, 2024
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S): All
DEPARTMENT: Office of Procurement Services
EXECUTIVE: Jack Ireland
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SUBJECT
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Authorize a two-year service contract for the development and implementation of a violence intervention program for the Office of Integrated Public Safety Solutions - Urban Specialists Enterprise, Inc., most advantageous proposer of six - Not to exceed $800,000 - 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 the development and implementation of a violence intervention program for the Office of Integrated Public Safety Solutions. This program, with a specific focus on violent offenses involving firearms, is designed to implement community-based violence prevention strategies and assist the Police Department in its violent crime reduction strategy.
During the term of the contract the recommended supplier will:
* Increase community engagement through the development and support of credible community members
* Strengthen the relationship between law enforcement and the community
* Deploy outreach workers to provide social services and opportunities to change community norm and behaviors
* Change behavioral norms that support violence in target communities through planning and participating in community activities and public education efforts
A four-member committee from the following departments reviewed and evaluated the qualifications:
* Office of Community Care (1)
* Office of Integrated Public Safety Solutions (2)
* Office of Procurement Services (1)*
*The Office of Procurement Services evaluated cost and local preference, if a...
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