City of Concord, CA
08/16/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 08/16/2024 18:50
Concord Releases RFP Seeking Partners for Homeless Strategic Plan Implementation
The Concord City Council on Aug. 13 approved the release of a request for proposals (RFP) seeking qualified organizations to implement the strategies contained in its Homeless Strategic Plan.
The City will distribute $5 million of one-time, non-recurring funding to support strategy implementation. Per Council direction, $550,000 of the $5 million is reserved to support the Permanent Supportive Motel Housing Strategy. The remaining $4.45 million will be allocated among the remaining strategies. Most of these funds are expected to be used for direct services for the unhoused community with a portion for oversight and administration.
Recent Point-in-Time count figures by Contra Costa County showed that Concord's homeless population declined by 28% over the prior year. The City continued this progress by adopting a Homeless Strategic Plan in February 2024.
The Plan consists of seven core strategies:
- Creating a Mobile Resource Unit
- Investing in Rapid Rehousing
- Development of Scattered Site Interim Housing
- Development of Scattered Site Tiny Homes
- Development of Centralized Tiny Homes
- Securing Interim Motel Housing
- Securing Permanent Supportive Motel Housing
All strategies prioritize addressing the immediate needs of those living unsheltered by focusing on connection to services and expanding housing options with support services.
Proposals are due by 5 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 13. Organizations interested in learning more are welcome to participate in an optional virtual workshop on Tuesday, Aug. 20.
The Council intends to award the grant money to successful proposals in fall 2024.
Read the Fact Sheet highlighting the City's work to address homelessness.