Sexual and Gendered Minority Youth Services

The contract is for Sexual and Gendered Minority Youth Services, with Multnomah County seeking a vendor to provide these services. The contract involves a Request for Proposal (RFP) process, with a bid posting date of 12/8/2023, and a bid submission deadline of 1/16/2024. The services include community building and development, with a focus on racial equity and inclusion. The contract requires the vendor to have experience in providing social services, particularly those related to LGBTQIA2S+ youth and racial/ethnic community members. Key aspects of the contract include programmatic qualifications, responsible business practices, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Some of the key requirements for the vendor include: • Demonstrating experience and capacity in providing social services • Describing their service delivery plan for the target population • Identifying partnerships and leveraged resources to support service delivery • Ensuring staff development, retention, and wellness, with a focus on diversity and cultural competence • Providing a plan for environmental sustainability in service delivery The contract also outlines the evaluation process, with a focus on programmatic qualifications (75% of total points) and responsible business practices (25% of total points). The contract requires the vendor to comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including those related to employment, tax, and insurance.