Community Based Organizations - Community Schools

The Buffalo Public Schools has awarded a contract to five community-based organizations (BestSelf Behavioral Health, YMCA, Lt. Col. Matt Urban Human Services Center, Northwest, and Belle Center) to provide services to support the district's community schools initiative. The contract is for a total of $1,009,703 and will run from July 1, 2021, to June 30, 2022, with the option to extend for up to five years. The services provided will include building community relationships, coordinating after-school and Saturday programs, and purchasing supplies and materials. The contract was awarded through an RFP process, and the vendors were selected based on their proposals and evaluations by a school review committee. • The contract is for a community-based initiative to support student outcomes and attract families to community schools. • The services provided will include academic enrichment, positive youth behavior initiatives, and health and wellness activities. • The contract has a total value of $1,009,703 and will run for one year with the option to extend. • The vendors were selected through an RFP process and will be evaluated based on their performance and outcomes. • The contract is a continuation of services, with the option to extend for up to five years.