Youth Program Proposal Guidance.pdf

This document is a guide for submitting youth program proposals to the City of Pontiac in Oakland County, Michigan, issued by the Finance Department's Purchasing Division. The guide outlines a four-step process for potential program providers, beginning with outlining the youth program's purpose, target age group, expected outcomes, budget, staffing, timeline, and community impact. Interested organizations are instructed to monitor the City of Pontiac's procurement portal at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pontiac-mi, register for free by subscribing, search for Youth Programming Services Request for Proposals, and upload their completed proposal in the designated section of the OpenGov portal.

The document provides detailed instructions for proposal submission, including following all RFP instructions, including required documents, forms, and certifications, and submitting through the OpenGov platform. After submission, applicants should be prepared to follow up with the city for updates, provide additional information, or participate in a review if requested. The city has also included a link to training videos to help organizations navigate the OpenGov portal, demonstrating their commitment to supporting potential youth program providers in the proposal process.