The City of Pontiac is issuing an RFP to award a three‑year contract (with two optional one‑year renewals) for community‑based public services funded by HUD’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). Up to $347,407 is available across FY 2025‑2026 and FY 2026‑2027. Qualified nonprofit, governmental, or private organizations must propose services in one or more priority areas (e.g., crime prevention, drug abuse treatment, workforce development, senior services, health services, homelessness prevention, youth recreation, food assistance). Proposals must demonstrate clear community need, CDBG eligibility, measurable outcomes, and capacity to serve low‑ and moderate‑income residents. Funding is reimbursable; the City will evaluate proposals on need, eligibility, program design, outcomes, capacity, cost reasonableness, and leveraging of other resources.
• Funding: up to $347,407 total (≈ $172k FY 2025‑26, $175k FY 2026‑27)
• Contract term: 3 years, with two 1‑year renewal options
• Service areas: crime prevention, drug abuse prevention/treatment, education, food assistance, health services, homelessness prevention, senior services, workforce development, youth recreation
• Required deliverables: measurable outputs (number of residents served, outcomes) and quarterly reporting
• Evaluation: points‑based (100 total) with a minimum passing score of 80 points
• Submission: electronic via OpenGov (deadline not specified in text)
• Contact: Adam Caten, Purchasing Manager, (248) 758‑3110,
[email protected]