The contract is for the provision of community services by Shepherd's Hope, Inc. to Orange County, Florida. The contract has a term of three years, from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2027, and has a total award amount of $210,600. The vendor is required to provide services as outlined in the contract, including maintaining sufficient staffing, providing services in a professional and skillful manner, and submitting reports and invoices as required. The contract also includes provisions for payment, termination, and dispute resolution. Key aspects of the contract include:
* The vendor is required to provide services to Orange County residents, unhoused individuals seeking emergency shelter, or students attending schools in Orange County.
* The vendor is not allowed to use county funds to provide services to vendor employees, officers, agents, or family members.
* The vendor is required to maintain a code of conduct and to comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
* The contract includes provisions for termination, including termination for cause or convenience, and outlines the procedures for notice and cure.
* The contract also includes provisions for dispute resolution, including the requirement for the parties to negotiate in good faith and to submit to arbitration if necessary.