Erie County RFP 2026-004VF Runaway and Homeless Youth Services
Erie CountyCounty · Buffalo, NY- Due
- Mar 18, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 18, 2026
- Primary contact
- Carrie Godfrey
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Erie County is seeking proposals from qualified non-profit agencies to provide crisis shelter, transitional independent living programs, and non-residential programs and services for runaway and homeless youth. The anticipated funding for these services is $357,792 for the period of October 1, 2026 - September 30, 2027.
Proposal to Provide Service, Signed Schedule A, References and data from similar work (for new agencies), Signed Fiscal Form, Budget Forms, Most recent Audit report prepared by an independent CPA, Most recent Management Letter, Listing of Officers and Board of Directors
Completeness and responsiveness of proposal, demonstrated capability to provide services, professional qualifications and experience of program staff, experience in performing proposed services, financial ability to provide services, fee submission, projected approach and plans, oral presentation
SUMMARY
Erie County is seeking proposals from qualified non-profit agencies to provide crisis shelter, transitional independent living programs, and non-residential programs and services for runaway and homeless youth.
The anticipated funding for these services is $357,792 for the period of October 1, 2026 - September 30, 2027.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Completeness and responsiveness of proposal
- Demonstrated capability to provide services
- Professional qualifications and experience of program staff
- Experience in performing proposed services
- Financial ability to provide services
- Fee submission
- Projected approach and plans
- Oral presentation
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Proposal to Provide Service
- Signed Schedule A
- References and data from similar work (for new agencies)
- Signed Fiscal Form
- Budget Forms
- Most recent Audit report prepared by an independent CPA
- Most recent Management Letter
- Listing of Officers and Board of Directors
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Appendix A
- Appendix B
- Appendix C
- Submit to
- OnBase Unity Form
- Scope location
- Erie County, New York
- Reported agency
- Erie County Department of Social Services
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Erie County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 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: OnBase Unity Form. For questions, contact Carrie Godfrey.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Erie County in NY, 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 Carrie Godfrey. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Proposal to Provide Service, Signed Schedule A, References and data from similar work (for new agencies), Signed Fiscal Form, Budget Forms, Most recent Audit report prepared by an independent CPA, Most recent Management Letter, Listing of Officers and Board of Directors. 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: "Completeness and responsiveness of proposal, demonstrated capability to provide services, professional qualifications and experience of program staff, experience in performing proposed services, finan..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Erie County?
All active and historical solicitations from Erie County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Erie County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Appendix A, Appendix B, Appendix C. Review the full document from Erie 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: Erie County, New York. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.