Request for Proposals received on July 20, 2023, for P22-T32754 – Approve an ordinance awarding an agreement to Collective Action for Youth in the maximum contract amount of $475,000.00 to provide credible messenger services for the Houston Health Department.
Specific Explanation:
The Director of the Houston Health Department and the Chief Procurement Officer recommend that City Council approve an ordinance awarding a three-year agreement with one-year automatic renewal to Collective Action for Youth in the maximum contract amount of $475,000.00 to provide credible messenger services for the Houston Health Department.
Credible Messengers improve outcomes for people in the justice system including increased engagement with programs and services; reduction in re-arrests, violations, and anti-social behavior; increased compliance with court mandates; and improved relationships between system stakeholders and community members.
The Request for Proposal (RFP) was advertised in accordance with State of Texas bids laws and as a result, proposals were received from Collective Action for Youth and K16 Ready Society, Inc. d.b.a. Texas Initiative Program (TIPS). The evaluation committee consisted of employees from the Houston Health Department and Houston Police Department.
The proposals were evaluated based upon the following criteria:
1. Responsiveness of Proposal
2. Technical Competence
3. Price Proposal
Collective Action for Youth received the highest overall scores and were deemed the best qualified to perform the requirements as outlined in the RFP.
MWBE Participation:
Zero-percent goal document approved by the Office of Business Opportunity.
Pay or Play Program:
The proposed contract requires compliance with the City’s “Pay or Play” ordinance requiring health benefits for employees of City Contractors. In this case, Collective Action for Youth will provide health benefits to eligible employees in compliance with the City policy.
Hire Houston First:
Hire Houston First does not apply to this expenditure because it involves the use of federal funds and is subject to specific federal government procurement rules.
Fiscal Note:
No Fiscal Note is required on grant items.
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Jedediah Greenfield
Chief Procurement Officer
Finance/Strategic Procurement Division
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Department Approval Authority
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Estimated Spending Authority:
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Department
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FY2024
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Out Years
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Total
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Houston Health Department
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$200,00.00
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$275,000.00
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$475,000.00
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