Community Navigator Program - American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)

The Sedgwick County Board of Bids and Contracts awarded a $462,272 contract to the Wichita State University Foundation to design, launch, and operate a 12‑month Community Navigator Program funded by the American Rescue Plan Act. The program is intended to connect individuals, businesses, and nonprofit organizations in Sedgwick County with federal, state, and local COVID‑19 recovery resources, providing bilingual outreach, case management, marketing, and data reporting in compliance with Federal Uniform Guidance. The award follows a full and open competition that attracted at least three responding vendors. The contract runs for one year, with monthly invoicing and mandatory performance and outcome reporting to both the County and the U.S. Treasury. • Scope: outreach, case management, bilingual services, marketing, data collection, and quarterly/annual reporting. • Budget: $462,272 covering personnel, community consultants, marketing, travel/supplies, and administrative overhead (≤10% of direct costs). • Requirements: 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, ≥5 years relevant experience, adherence to 2 CFR 200 cost principles, and required insurance.