City of Rockford Emergency Solutions Grant Program RFP No. 1126-HS-101 (2026)
City of Rockford cityCity · Rockford, IL- Due
- Nov 18, 2026
- 15 days left
- Posted
- Nov 2, 2026
- Primary contact
- Anne Wilkerson
- (779) 348-7164
The 30-second brief
The City of Rockford is seeking proposals from qualified nonprofit agencies to provide emergency solutions grant (ESG) program services for the literally homeless. Funded activities and components include street outreach, emergency shelter, rapid re-housing, homelessness prevention, and HMIS data entry. Eligible services encompass case management, mental health services, rental assistance, security deposits, utility payments, housing search and placement, and legal services. Proposals are due by November 18, 2026, at 11:00 AM, with an anticipated funding amount of $85,000 and a mandatory 100% match requirement.
Street outreach services, Emergency shelter operations and essential services, Rapid re-housing, Homelessness prevention, HMIS data entry
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Summary
The City of Rockford is seeking proposals from qualified nonprofit agencies to provide emergency solutions grant (ESG) program services for the literally homeless.
Funded activities and components include street outreach, emergency shelter, rapid re-housing, homelessness prevention, and HMIS data entry. Eligible services encompass case management, mental health services, rental assistance, security deposits, utility payments, housing search and placement, and legal services. Proposals are due by November 18, 2026, at 11:00 AM, with an anticipated funding amount of $85,000 and a mandatory 100% match requirement.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Street outreach services
- Emergency shelter operations and essential services
- Rapid re-housing
- Homelessness prevention
- HMIS data entry
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Equal Employment Opportunity Certifications
- Subcontractor Utilization Form
- Vendor Workforce Data Form
- Subcontractor Workforce Data Form
- Acknowledgement of Stormwater Management Ordinance
- Acknowledgement of Addendum
- W-9 Form
- Application for ESG
- Proposed Budget
- Submit to
- City Hall, 4th Floor, 425 E State St, Rockford, IL 61104
- Scope location
- Rockford, IL
- Reported agency
- City of Rockford
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Rockford city?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 18, 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: City Hall, 4th Floor, 425 E State St, Rockford, IL 61104. For questions, contact Anne Wilkerson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Rockford city in IL, 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 Anne Wilkerson at (779) 348-7164. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Street outreach services, Emergency shelter operations and essential services, Rapid re-housing, Homelessness prevention, HMIS data entry. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Rockford city?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 18, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Equal Employment Opportunity Certifications, Subcontractor Utilization Form, Vendor Workforce Data Form, Subcontractor Workforce Data Form, Acknowledgement of Stormwater Management Ordinance, Acknowle. Review the full document from City of Rockford city for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Rockford, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.