City of Roanoke - Community-Based Gun Violence Prevention & Intervention Initiatives - RFP SOL1366 (2026)
City of RoanokeCity · Roanoke, VA- Due
- Oct 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 2, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Matthew Everett
- (540) 853-5801
The 30-second brief
The City of Roanoke is seeking proposals from qualified non-profit organizations, community-based organizations (CBOs), and local service providers to deliver evidence-informed gun violence prevention, intervention, and youth/young adult outreach programming. The initiative focuses on community violence intervention and street outreach, youth and young adult development, workforce pathways, and trauma-informed healing and restorative support within priority areas like the Northwest and Southeast quadrants. The contract duration is 7 months with a maximum award of $100k per project. Proposals are due by October 13, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. Evaluation criteria include program design and approach (30), organizational capacity and experience (25), sustainability and capacity plan (20), city interactivity and partner integration (15), and budget and cost-effectiveness (10).
Evidence-informed gun violence prevention, Intervention, And youth/young adult outreach programming; 7-month operational and sustainability plan; monthly progress reports and metric tracking data; comprehensive 7-month grant report and final outcome analysis
Program Design & Approach (30), Organizational Capacity & Experience (25), Sustainability & Capacity Plan (20), City Interactivity & Partner Integration (15), Budget & Cost-Effectiveness (10)
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Summary
The City of Roanoke is seeking proposals from qualified non-profit organizations, community-based organizations (CBOs), and local service providers to deliver evidence-informed gun violence prevention, intervention, and youth/young adult outreach programming.
The initiative focuses on community violence intervention and street outreach, youth and young adult development, workforce pathways, and trauma-informed healing and restorative support within priority areas like the Northwest and Southeast quadrants. The contract duration is 7 months with a maximum award of $100k per project. Proposals are due by October 13, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. Evaluation criteria include program design and approach (30), organizational capacity and experience (25), sustainability and capacity plan (20), city interactivity and partner integration (15), and budget and cost-effectiveness (10).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Evidence-informed gun violence prevention, Intervention, And youth/young adult outreach programming
- 7-month operational and sustainability plan
- Monthly progress reports and metric tracking data
- Comprehensive 7-month grant report and final outcome analysis
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Attachment A Signature Page
- Current and previous year's balance sheet
- References
- Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC) identification number or exemption statement
- Signed addenda
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 7 months
- Scope location
- Roanoke, VA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Roanoke?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 13, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Matthew Everett.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Roanoke in VA, 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 Matthew Everett at (540) 853-5801. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Evidence-informed gun violence prevention, Intervention, And youth/young adult outreach programming; 7-month operational and sustainability plan; monthly progress reports and metric tracking data; comprehensive 7-month grant report and final outcome analysis. 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: "Program Design & Approach (30), Organizational Capacity & Experience (25), Sustainability & Capacity Plan (20), City Interactivity & Partner Integration (15), Budget & Cost-Effectiveness (10)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Roanoke?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Roanoke are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Roanoke 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: Attachment A Signature Page, current and previous year's balance sheet, references, Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC) identification number or exemption statement, signed addenda. Review the full document from City of Roanoke for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Roanoke, VA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.