This contract provides utility‑bill assistance and financial‑counseling services to individuals in Cuyahoga County who qualify for the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program. The County seeks a qualified vendor to deliver direct utility payment support and personalized budgeting guidance to eligible residents, helping them maintain essential services and improve financial stability. The solicitation was issued as a formal RFP (Event 5889) with a pre‑proposal conference on October 1, 2024 and a final proposal deadline of October 21, 2024. Only small‑business entities certified by Cuyahoga County may submit proposals. The award has been made, but the contract’s monetary value and performance period were not disclosed.
• Service focus: utility bill payment assistance and financial counseling for TANF‑eligible residents.
• Target population: low‑income households within Cuyahoga County, Ohio.
• Procurement method: open competition RFP with a small‑business certification requirement.
• Key dates: pre‑proposal conference (Oct 1 2024) and proposal deadline (Oct 21 2024).