RFP 26-69 Youth Leadership and Advocacy Programs

The City of Somerville seeks a qualified youth‑development organization to design, implement, and manage a city‑wide youth‑leadership and advocacy program for the FY 27 period. The contractor will be responsible for creating a curriculum, hiring and supervising at least 25 paid teen positions, delivering events and workshops, and providing quarterly progress reports and a final evaluation. The contract is a fixed‑price, one‑year award (with up to two optional one‑year renewals) valued up to $100,000, and requires compliance with the city’s living‑wage ordinance, insurance, and reporting requirements. • Design and deliver youth‑led leadership and advocacy activities across Somerville. • Hire, train, and manage a minimum of 25 paid teen staff for the contract year. • Provide quarterly reports, invoices, and a final comprehensive report; adhere to all City procurement and compliance standards.