City of Somerville Youth Council & Provider Network RFP # 27-21 - 2026
City of SomervilleCity · Somerville, MA- Due
- Oct 28, 2026
- Due today
- Posted
- Oct 14, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Cameron Moriarty
- (617) 625-1344
The 30-second brief
The City of Somerville is seeking a qualified youth-serving organization to create, establish, and facilitate a City Youth Council and a monthly youth worker network. The scope involves engaging young people aged 13 and older, providing leadership opportunities, coordinating collaboration among teen service providers, organizing meetings with the Mayor and city officials, and implementing trauma-informed and positive youth development practices. The maximum budget for this contract is $75,000 per year. The submission deadline is October 28, 2026, by 3 PM EST, with questions due by October 21, 2026. Required submissions include technical and price proposals, along with minimum quality requirements such as at least three years of organizational experience.
Successful creation and facilitation of a youth council that meets at least 2-3 times monthly and reports out to the Mayor, Somerville Children’s Cabinet, City Council and School Committee; Successful creation and facilitation of a youth workers network that meets at least monthly and reports out to the Somerville Children’s Cabinet; Successful completion of quarterly reports detailing programmatic progress; Submission of quarterly invoices in alignment with proposed budget; Successful completion of final report detailing overall progress aligned with the scope of services outlined in the contract
Proposal Quality, Organizational & Staff Experience, Implementation, Evaluation & Cost, Price
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Summary
The City of Somerville is seeking a qualified youth-serving organization to create, establish, and facilitate a City Youth Council and a monthly youth worker network.
The scope involves engaging young people aged 13 and older, providing leadership opportunities, coordinating collaboration among teen service providers, organizing meetings with the Mayor and city officials, and implementing trauma-informed and positive youth development practices. The maximum budget for this contract is $75,000 per year. The submission deadline is October 28, 2026, by 3 PM EST, with questions due by October 21, 2026. Required submissions include technical and price proposals, along with minimum quality requirements such as at least three years of organizational experience.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Proposal Quality
- Organizational & Staff Experience
- Implementation
- Evaluation & Cost
- Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Successful creation and facilitation of a youth council that meets at least 2-3 times monthly and reports out to the Mayor, Somerville Children’s Cabinet, City Council and School Committee; Successful creation and facilitation of a youth workers network that meets at least monthly and reports out to the Somerville Children’s Cabinet; Successful completion of quarterly reports detailing programmatic progress; Submission of quarterly invoices in alignment with proposed budget; Successful completion of final report detailing overall progress aligned with the scope of services outlined in the contract
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Cover Letter
- Acknowledgement of Addenda
- Quality Requirements
- Somerville Living Wage Form
- Certificate of Non-Collusion and Tax Compliance
- Certificate of Signature Authority
- Reference Form
- Supplier Diversity Form
- W9
- Price Form
- Submit to
- https://www.bidexpress.com/businesses/33100/home
- Duration
- 6 months
- Scope location
- Somerville, MA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Somerville?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 28, 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://www.bidexpress.com/businesses/33100/home. For questions, contact Cameron Moriarty.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Somerville in MA, 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 Cameron Moriarty at (617) 625-1344. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Successful creation and facilitation of a youth council that meets at least 2-3 times monthly and reports out to the Mayor, Somerville Children’s Cabinet, City Council and School Committee; Successful creation and facilitation of a youth workers network that meets at least monthly and reports out to. 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: "Proposal Quality, Organizational & Staff Experience, Implementation, Evaluation & Cost, Price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Somerville?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Somerville are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Somerville 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 28, 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: Cover Letter, Acknowledgement of Addenda, Quality Requirements, Somerville Living Wage Form, Certificate of Non-Collusion and Tax Compliance, Certificate of Signature Authority, Reference Form, Suppli. Review the full document from City of Somerville for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Somerville, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.