Walla Walla County 2025 Warming Center Request for Applications
Walla Walla CountyCounty · Walla Walla, WA- Due
- Dec 1, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 12, 2025
- Primary contact
- Mindy Pomerinke
The 30-second brief
The Walla Walla County Department of Community Health (DCH) is seeking applications from qualified organizations to operate a short-term warming center for unhoused individuals or those without adequate heating. The scope includes providing a facility with adequate bathroom space, staffing, and managing operations including electric/gas, water, and garbage disposal. Applicants must ensure low-barrier access and ADA compliance. The RFA allows for requests for startup costs such as cots, security enhancements, and water bottle fillers. Applications are due by 4:00 p.m. on December 1, 2025, via email to [email protected]. Inquiries should be directed to Mindy Pomerinke.
Low barrier access, ADA compliance, price per day, facility adequacy
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Summary
The Walla Walla County Department of Community Health (DCH) is seeking applications from qualified organizations to operate a short-term warming center for unhoused individuals or those without adequate heating.
The scope includes providing a facility with adequate bathroom space, staffing, and managing operations including electric/gas, water, and garbage disposal. Applicants must ensure low-barrier access and ADA compliance. The RFA allows for requests for startup costs such as cots, security enhancements, and water bottle fillers. Applications are due by 4:00 p.m. on December 1, 2025, via email to [email protected]. Inquiries should be directed to Mindy Pomerinke.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Low barrier access
- ADA compliance
- Price per day
- Facility adequacy
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Cover Letter
- RFA Scoring Matrix
- Exhibit A Warming Center Budget
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Walla Walla County, WA
- Reported agency
- Walla Walla County Department of Community Health
Questions about this RFEI
How do I respond to this RFEI from Walla Walla County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 1, 2025. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Mindy Pomerinke.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFEI?
Most government agencies, including Walla Walla County in WA, 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 RFEI 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 Mindy Pomerinke. 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: "Low barrier access, ADA compliance, price per day, facility adequacy" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Walla Walla County?
All active and historical solicitations from Walla Walla County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Walla Walla 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 RFEI?
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, RFA Scoring Matrix, Exhibit A Warming Center Budget. Review the full document from Walla Walla 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: Walla Walla County, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.