Cook County Justice Advisory Council Reentry Services Request for Qualifications RFQ 1205-RS2026
Cook CountyCounty · Chicago, IL- Due
- May 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 27, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Juandalynn Johnson
- (312) 603-1234
The 30-second brief
The Cook County Justice Advisory Council (JAC) seeks qualified nonprofit organizations to establish a prequalified pool of providers for reentry services under RFQ 1205-RS2026. Services include housing navigation, rental assistance, transitional housing for pre-trial and post-incarceration populations (No Place To Stay program), case coordination, and transportation. The qualified providers list will be valid for thirty-six months with three one-year renewal options. Submissions are due by May 26, 2026, at 5:00 PM Central via the Enterprise Grants Management System (EGMS) portal at CookCountyIL.gov/JACGrants. A non-mandatory virtual pre-submittal conference is scheduled for May 11, 2026, and written questions are due by May 13, 2026. Applicants must be 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(4) community-based organizations with at least 3 years of experience in the relevant service categories.
Program Readiness and Experience (50 points), Fiscal Capacity (20 points), References (20 points), Further Evidence of Organizational Capacity (10 points)
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Summary
The Cook County Justice Advisory Council (JAC) seeks qualified nonprofit organizations to establish a prequalified pool of providers for reentry services under RFQ 1205-RS2026.
Services include housing navigation, rental assistance, transitional housing for pre-trial and post-incarceration populations (No Place To Stay program), case coordination, and transportation. The qualified providers list will be valid for thirty-six months with three one-year renewal options. Submissions are due by May 26, 2026, at 5:00 PM Central via the Enterprise Grants Management System (EGMS) portal at CookCountyIL.gov/JACGrants. A non-mandatory virtual pre-submittal conference is scheduled for May 11, 2026, and written questions are due by May 13, 2026. Applicants must be 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(4) community-based organizations with at least 3 years of experience in the relevant service categories.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Application Narrative
- Current and Previous Year Operating Budget Document
- Audited Financial Statements
- Other Supporting Documentation
- IRS Determination Letter
- Current Certificate of Good Standing
- Copy of Articles of Incorporation
- Board of Directors list
- Conflict of Interest statement
- Legal Actions Statement
- Letters of Collaboration
- Submit to
- CookCountyIL.gov/JACGrants
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Cook County, IL
- Reported agency
- Cook County Justice Advisory Council
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Cook County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 26, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: CookCountyIL.gov/JACGrants. For questions, contact Juandalynn Johnson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Cook County 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 RFQ 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 Juandalynn Johnson at (312) 603-1234. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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 Readiness and Experience (50 points), Fiscal Capacity (20 points), References (20 points), Further Evidence of Organizational Capacity (10 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Cook County?
All active and historical solicitations from Cook County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Cook County 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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: Application Narrative, Current and Previous Year Operating Budget Document, Audited Financial Statements, Other Supporting Documentation, IRS Determination Letter, Current Certificate of Good Standing. Review the full document from Cook County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Cook County, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.