Procurement Services for Homeless Prevention

The contract is for procurement services for homeless prevention, with a total value not to exceed $454,500. The services include emergency shelter for families and homelessness prevention programs. The contract is awarded to two vendors: the Bergen County Board of Social Services and the Center for Food Action. The contract term is from January 1, 2022, to December 31, 2022. The key outcomes of the contract include providing motel nights for homeless households, transportation, and financial assistance for rent, security deposits, and utility payments. • The contract provides emergency shelter for families and individuals at risk of eviction or utility shut off. • The contract includes funding for assistance with rent, security deposits, and utility payments. • The contract aims to stabilize the housing situation of rental assistance clients and maintain heat and lights for safer living environments. • The contract provides support for households with income eligibility and household size as determined by the funding source.