Housing Support Services

Multnomah County's Aging, Disability and Veterans Services Division (ADVSD) is conducting a Request for Programmatic Qualifications (RFPQ) for Housing Support Services targeting seniors aged 60 and older and persons with disabilities aged 18 and over. The procurement seeks contractors to provide critical housing support services including moving assistance, extreme cleaning, bed bug treatment preparation, and packing for clients experiencing housing instability or unsafe living conditions. Key service deliverables include fee-for-service support at rates of $60 per hour for packing services and $80 per hour for intensive cleaning and bed bug mitigation, billed in 15-minute increments. The solicitation was released on March 15, 2019, with a response deadline of April 15, 2019, at 4:00 PM PDT, and establishes a five-year contract term to create a pool of qualified vendors for potential future contract allocations. Evaluation criteria will consider county strategic priorities, system of care needs, provider experience, population coverage, and geographic service area. Contractors must be registered to do business in Oregon, pass criminal background checks, maintain appropriate certifications, and comply with all relevant federal, state, and local regulations.

The RFPQ does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types. Multnomah County has budgeted approximately $250,000 annually to fund two to three contracts through the County General Fund. No incumbent vendors are identified in the documentation. The county emphasizes serving clients with dignity, particularly those with physical, cognitive, or emotional impairments who may be experiencing challenges like hoarding behavior or living in unsanitary conditions. Contractors will need to demonstrate the ability to provide sensitive, professional support services to vulnerable populations. The compensation structure and contract allocations suggest a competitive procurement process where multiple vendors may be selected to provide housing support services across Multnomah County. The procurement aims to establish a robust network of service providers capable of addressing complex housing support needs for seniors and persons with disabilities.