Interoffice Memorandum
DATE: February 14, 2025
TO: Mayor Jerry L. Demings and County Commissioners
FROM: Carrie Mathes, CFCM, NIGP-CPP, CPPO, C.P.M., Manager II, Procurement Division
CONTACT: Isabelle Klier-Graham, Manager, Mental Health and Homelessness Division
PHONE: 407-836-3187
SUBJECT: Approval of Contract Y25-2217, Housing Connection Services
ACTION REQUESTED:
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Approval of Contract Y25-2217, Housing Connection Services, with Housing Connector, Inc. in the estimated contract award amount of $3,400,000 for a four-year term. ([Community and Family Services Department Mental Health and Homelessness Division] Procurement Division)
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PROCUREMENT:
The purpose of this contract is to provide oversight, management, and delivery of housing services aimed at reducing housing barriers and increasing housing stability for individuals and families in Orange County, Florida. The project will involve collaboration with various stakeholders, including property owners, nonprofit service providers, and local government agencies for the performance period of April 1, 2025 through March 31, 2029.
FUNDING:
Funding is available in account number 0001-062-2501-8610.
APPROVALS:
The Mental Health and Homelessness Division concurs with this request.
REMARKS:
In accordance with the Code of Ordinances, Part I, Chapter 17, Article III, Section 17-286 - Application and exclusions, agreements between the Board and nonprofit organizations are excluded from competitive procurement requirements.
This organization will help private market housing providers end homelessness in America. They provide greater access to housing for those experiencing or at risk of homelessness by reducing barriers in the application process and ensuring long-term stability for residents once they are housed.
The program will provide a range of housing services for approximately 270 people per year, including emergency rental assistance, damage mitigation funding, and other flexible financial s...
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