FY 27 Fort Lyon Programming and Facilities Maintenance

The State of Colorado, Department of Local Affairs, is seeking a provider to deliver supportive residential community transitional housing and campus facilities management services at the Fort Lyon Supportive Residential Community. The provider will be responsible for operating a trauma-informed, person-centered residential program that provides recovery-oriented transitional housing and comprehensive supportive services for up to two years. The program will serve individuals experiencing homelessness and substance use disorders, with a special emphasis on serving homeless veterans. The provider will also be responsible for managing the campus facilities, including historic buildings, residential quarters, dining facilities, and utility systems. Key services include: * Trauma-informed care and case management * Veteran-centric services * Transitional housing and permanent supportive housing * Vocational training and employment services * On-site medical and mental health services * Campus facilities management, including maintenance, repairs, and utilities * Food services and housekeeping * Safety and security services Some of the key goals and objectives of the program include: * Maintaining a stabilized recovery environment * Providing a voluntary pathway to long-term recovery for participants * Connecting participants to integrated primary, oral, and behavioral health services * Implementing vocational training and pre-employment modules * Ensuring all staff interactions promote validation and avoid re-traumatization * Maintaining consistent operations to serve at least 200+ unduplicated participants monthly * Facilitating a robust transportation network to ensure the program remains accessible to all qualifying Coloradans * Establishing and maintaining a comprehensive emergency management framework * Integrating sustainable practices into campus operations The provider will be expected to demonstrate experience and expertise in delivering trauma-informed care, managing transitional housing programs, and providing vocational training and employment services. The provider will also be expected to have experience in managing campus facilities, including historic buildings and utility systems. * Key personnel, including a Program Director, Facilities Manager, and IT Support Lead, will be expected to have relevant experience and qualifications * The provider will be expected to have a proven track record of delivering high-quality services and achieving positive outcomes for participants * The provider will be expected to demonstrate a commitment to trauma-informed care and a willingness to work collaboratively with other service providers * The provider will be expected to have experience in managing budgets and finances, and to be able to demonstrate fiscal responsibility and cost-effectiveness