To Provide Social Services for the Homeless SSH & SSH/TANF Prevention Services & Emergency Shelter for the Essex County Division of Community Action

This contract funds a three‑year program to provide homeless assistance services—including emergency shelter, rapid rehousing (SSH), TANF prevention, and related social services—through the Essex County Division of Community Action. The award is a multiple‑vendor competitive award, with 23 service providers receiving portions of the overall $1.39 M budget. The performance period runs from 1 Jan 2026 through 31 Dec 2028, with the possibility of up to two one‑year extensions at the County’s discretion. Key points include: • Scope: Homeless outreach, emergency shelter, rapid rehousing, and TANF prevention services across Essex County. • Funding: $1,390,428 total award amount, allocated among 23 vendors. • Schedule: Bids were due 9 Dec 2025; award announced 18 Feb 2026; contract effective 1 Jan 2026. • Flexibility: Two optional one‑year extensions give the County the ability to extend services if needed.