This contract is a formal Request for Proposals (RFP) issued by Cuyahoga County, Ohio, for consulting services to assist the county with compliance and reporting under the federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). The work includes developing compliance frameworks, providing training to sub‑recipients, identifying technology‑solution options for tracking ARPA funds, and creating appeals policies, all without the use of subcontractors. The award value is $350,000 and the anticipated performance period runs through March 31, 2027, with possible annual renewal options.
• Scope: ARPA compliance consulting, training, policy development, and technology‑option analysis.
• Delivery: Per‑deliverable pricing plus hourly rates for additional work; no “Not‑to‑Exceed” ceiling.
• Procurement: Full and open competition via a formal RFP; award made to a single vendor (vendor identity not disclosed).