DOH 18-114 Latino Community Food Access

The Town of Amherst, Massachusetts is seeking proposals for a Latino Community Food Access program assessment through IFB 18-114. The selected vendor will evaluate the current level of knowledge and utilization of community resources for free and low-cost food among the Latino population, identify obstacles to access, and develop an appropriate referral and outreach campaign. Deliverables include a written assessment, campaign plan, and final report. The procurement has a budget of $54,000 and the work must be completed by December 1, 2018. Evaluation criteria include the bidder's experience with outreach to underserved populations, demonstrated knowledge of community assessment tools, and the quality of the proposed plan of services. Proposals must be submitted by 2:00 PM on Tuesday, February 13, 2018.

The RFP does not indicate any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. There is no information provided about any incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The RFP does not include any additional details on possible award values or budget ranges beyond the stated $54,000 procurement budget.