RFP 071624JKG Homeless Identification & Emergency Support

The Shelby County Board of Education seeks a qualified vendor to deliver comprehensive homeless‑family identification, emergency support, and case‑management services for Memphis‑Shelby County Schools students and their families for the remainder of the 2024‑25 school year. The contract is fixed‑price, four‑month, and capped at $250,000. The vendor must comply with McKinney‑Vento requirements, provide after‑hours emergency assistance, conduct needs assessments, coordinate referrals, maintain secure data sharing, and submit regular performance and financial reports. Successful firms will demonstrate at least two years of relevant experience, robust community partnerships, financial stability, and the ability to meet extensive insurance and background‑check mandates. • Identify homeless students/families and ensure compliance with federal homelessness statutes. • Deliver immediate emergency services (shelter, clothing, food, transportation) and longer‑term stability counseling. • Maintain secure data exchange with district SEED Office, provide regular reporting, and collaborate with district staff and community agencies.