24-30_Jun_9_25_solicitation_doc.pdf

The document is a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) issued by the City of Norwich, Connecticut, for a Human Services Caseworker position funded through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). Solicitation number 24-30 seeks qualified vendors to administer basic needs, provide case management, and address pandemic-related negative impacts on Norwich residents. The solicitation is open to all vendors, with a response period from February 21, 2024, at 12:00 PM EST through March 1, 2024, at 2:00 PM EST. There are no scheduled vendor Q&A sessions or site visits, and the contract is time-limited, with funding available only through December 2024.

The City of Norwich will allocate up to $75,000 in ARPA funds for this contract, with delivery terms specified as Free On Board Destination and payment terms to be vendor-specified. The solicitation does not include set-aside designations, organizational type restrictions, or vendor preferences. No incumbent vendors are mentioned, and the contract is specifically focused on providing comprehensive case management support to help local residents recover from pandemic-related challenges. The primary contact is Kate Milde, Director of Human Services, located at 23 Union Street in Norwich. The procurement does not outline specific evaluation criteria or line items, focusing instead on the broad goal of supporting Norwich residents through targeted human services interventions.