Contract Request Template (Contracts; IGAs; Leases)
Date Submitted: 11-13-2023
Requesting Agency: HOST
Division:
Subject Matter Expert Name: Chris Lowell
Email Address: Christopher.lowell@denvergov.org <mailto:Christopher.lowell@denvergov.org>
Phone Number:
Item Title & Description:
(Do not delete the following instructions)
These appear on the Council meeting agenda. Initially, the requesting agency will enter a 2-3 sentence description. Upon bill filling, the City Attorney’s Office should enter the title above the description (the title should be in bold font).
Both the title and description must be entered between the red “title” and “body” below. Do not at any time delete the red “title” or “body” markers from this template.
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A resolution approving a proposed Contract between the City and County of Denver and The Gathering Place for to provide site operations and client support and management for the agreed upon micro community site, citywide.
Approves a contract with The Gathering Place for $1,451,142 and a contract term ending on 12-31-2024 to provide site operations and client support and management for the agreed upon micro community site, citywide. 202371201. The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 12-18-2023. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-15-2023.
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Affected Council District(s) or citywide?
Citywide
Contract Control Number:
202371201
Vendor/Contractor Name (including any “DBA”):
The Gathering Place
Type and Scope of services to be performed:
TGP will oversee and maintain micro-community for people experiencing unsheltered homelessness. This specifically includes the following:
A. Site Operations
1. Keep sites operating 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year
2. Provide facility management to oversee the day-to-day operations and maintenance of micro-communities to ensure compliance with all building codes, health regulations, and safety issues
3. Maintain the infrastructure and amenities, and utilities, providing regularly scheduled and general repairs and maintenance services such as trash, exterior litter removal, pest control, snow removal both inside the fenced area and from entries, changing light bulbs, minor repairs to plugged toilets and leaky faucets and any other basic repairs; provide necessary emergency maintenance services under $500. Please see Appendix A for matrix of responsibilities.
4. Collaborate with City representative(s) to notify and address any critical incidents on site
5. Maintain a minimum ratio of one staff member on site per 40 clients 24/7 with proper credentials including knowledge and experience in, conflict de-escalation and mediation, and trauma informed care
6. Communal spaces should be cleaned at least twice per week, or more frequently as needed and cleaning supplies should be available for clients as needed
7. Manage site safety to establish and enforce safety protocols to ensure the safety of residents and staff
8. Training for all staff will include but not limited to, de-escalation training and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
9. Vaccinated and working on full vaccination and non-aggressive pets will be allowed at the facility
10. Site Operator will intake clients in cooperation with HOST’s encampment resolution and outreach team process
B. Client Case Management and Navigations Services
1. Resident Intake and orientation including Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) intake and subsequent services and exits documented in HMIS
2. Provide necessary referrals and coordination for any mental and physical healthcare needs
3. Provide benefit, resource navigation and employment referrals based on clients’ circumstances and eligibility within 30 days of client completing enrollment into site.
4. Provide housing navigation
5. Provide case management and supportive services that are housing-focused, trauma-informed, person-centered, and utilize a harm reduction approach for all clients
6. Provide resources for Limited English Proficient (LEP) individuals to ensure all guests have access to services in their language of choice.
Location (if applicable):
WBE/MBE/DBE goals that were applied, if applicable (construction, design, Airport concession contracts):
N/A
Are WBE/MBE/DBE goals met (if applicable)?
N/A
Is the contract new/a renewal/extension or amendment?
new
Was this contractor selected by competitive process or sole source?
Competitive process
For New contracts
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Current Contract Amount (A) |
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$1,451,142 |
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Current Contract Term |
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12/1/2023 - 12/31/2024 |