City of New Haven Youth and Recreation (YARD) Sports and Pro Social Activities Grant - 2026-RFP-354
City of New HavenCity · New Haven, CT- Due
- Oct 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 6, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Gwendolyn Busch
- (203) 946-5988
The 30-second brief
The City of New Haven's Youth and Recreation Department (YARD) is issuing RFP 2026-RFP-354 to grant New Haven-based non-profit organizations funding to support youth team sports and prosocial activities. The grant supports programming such as introductory clinics to sports, program expansion supplies, and student scholarships to offer programs free or at minimal cost to New Haven school-age youth between 5 and 17 years old. Proposals are due by October 27, 2026, at 11:00 am, with a question deadline of October 16, 2026. Required criteria emphasize serving New Haven youth, targeting at-risk and high-risk populations, and demonstrating organizational capacity and community support.
Youth sports programming, Introductory clinics to sports, Program expansion supplies, Student scholarships for program enrollment
Youth Impact and Participants Served (25%), Reach to At-Risk and High-Risk Youth (20%), New Haven Residency (15%), Organizational Capacity (15%), Timely Results (10%), Community Support (5%), Youth Engagement Potential (5%), City Visibility (5%)
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Summary
The City of New Haven's Youth and Recreation Department (YARD) is issuing RFP 2026-RFP-354 to grant New Haven-based non-profit organizations funding to support youth team sports and prosocial activities.
The grant supports programming such as introductory clinics to sports, program expansion supplies, and student scholarships to offer programs free or at minimal cost to New Haven school-age youth between 5 and 17 years old. Proposals are due by October 27, 2026, at 11:00 am, with a question deadline of October 16, 2026. Required criteria emphasize serving New Haven youth, targeting at-risk and high-risk populations, and demonstrating organizational capacity and community support.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Youth sports programming
- Introductory clinics to sports
- Program expansion supplies
- Student scholarships for program enrollment
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Proposal without cost
- Budget
- Disclosure form
- Statement of qualifications
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/newhavenct
- Scope location
- New Haven, CT
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of New Haven?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 27, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/newhavenct. For questions, contact Gwendolyn Busch.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of New Haven in CT, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Gwendolyn Busch at (203) 946-5988. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Youth sports programming, Introductory clinics to sports, Program expansion supplies, Student scholarships for program enrollment. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Youth Impact and Participants Served (25%), Reach to At-Risk and High-Risk Youth (20%), New Haven Residency (15%), Organizational Capacity (15%), Timely Results (10%), Community Support (5%), Youth En..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of New Haven?
All active and historical solicitations from City of New Haven are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of New Haven regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Proposal without cost, budget, disclosure form, statement of qualifications. Review the full document from City of New Haven for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: New Haven, CT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.