Third-Party Evaluation Services - SMART Reentry Housing Demonstration Project

Horry County Government is seeking a third-party evaluator for the SMART Reentry Housing Demonstration Project through RFQ #2024-25-033, funded by the United States Department of Justice Bureau of Justice Assistance. The selected firm will conduct a comprehensive evaluation of a program targeting recidivism reduction and support for formerly incarcerated individuals, focusing on measuring housing stability, employment outcomes, and overall program impact. Key deliverables include developing an evaluation framework, establishing baseline data, tracking recidivism rates, and producing quarterly and annual reports that align with Department of Justice grant requirements. The evaluation will require developing performance metrics, collecting performance data, and preparing a comprehensive final program evaluation. Submissions are due by 2:00 PM on June 2, 2025, with a questions acceptance deadline of May 19, 2025. The evaluation will be scored across five criteria: project approach (30 points), project team qualifications (30 points), related experience (20 points), references (15 points), and compliance with RFQ instructions (5 points). The contract term will be an initial one-year period with potential for four one-year renewals, contingent upon continued federal funding.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The RFQ requires comprehensive documentation through multiple forms, including a Request for Qualifications Certification Form, Responsibility Statement, Legal/Litigation Statement, Drug-Free Workplace Certification, and various federal compliance certifications. Bidders must provide detailed company information, including business type, ownership details, and legal status, and must certify they are not debarred or suspended from government contracting. While a specific contract value is not disclosed, the evaluation is part of a federally funded demonstration project, suggesting potential funding availability. Prospective respondents must submit a comprehensive Statement of Qualifications that demonstrates expertise in program evaluation, data collection, and reporting, with an emphasis on qualitative capabilities rather than cost, as pricing information is explicitly prohibited from the initial submission.