Case Worker-Housing Specialist

The City of Norwich, located in New London County, Connecticut, is issuing a Request for Qualifications (RFQA) for a Case Worker-Housing Specialist to administer housing needs assistance for individuals experiencing or at risk of homelessness. The solicitation seeks a qualified professional to facilitate enrollment in housing assistance programs, manage associated cases, and engage with the Coordinated Access Network for client referrals and collaborative case management. The selected Housing Specialist will be responsible for identifying and funding housing options for Norwich residents, with a primary focus on providing comprehensive support to vulnerable populations. The procurement is funded through $51,000 in Community Development Block Grant Funds, governed by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The solicitation period opens on September 30, 2024, at 9:00 AM EDT and closes on November 1, 2024, at 4:00 PM EDT, with the contract term extending through August 31, 2025. Delivery terms are specified as Free On Board Destination, with payment terms to be vendor-specified. The point of contact for this opportunity is Kate Milde, Director of Human Services for the City of Norwich.

The solicitation is open to all vendors, with no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are mentioned in the documentation. The opportunity does not outline specific integration requirements with existing infrastructure or technology. The total award value is clearly defined at $51,000, which represents the maximum available funding through the Community Development Block Grant. Potential respondents should note that the funding is exclusively available through August 31, 2025, and is subject to U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development regulations. The solicitation documents indicate no predefined line items or specific evaluation criteria beyond the general qualifications for a Housing Specialist capable of managing complex housing assistance cases. Interested vendors should carefully review the full solicitation documents and be prepared to demonstrate expertise in housing support, case management, and working with vulnerable populations in the Norwich area.