What does Philadelphia Office of Homeless Services do?

The Philadelphia Office of Homeless Services is dedicated to coordinating and expanding systems of care to prevent and end homelessness across the city. Its core mission centers on delivering emergency shelter, supportive housing, and integrated service networks for individuals and families experiencing homelessness. Strategic priorities include scaling 24/7 shelter capacity, enhancing data-driven outreach through HMIS platforms, and implementing coordinated entry and housing placement initiatives. The agency prioritizes rapid response services, winter shelter operations, and community-based interventions aligned with HUD’s Continuum of Care framework, with a strong emphasis on real-time coordination among service providers, law enforcement, and public health partners. Procurement patterns reveal a heavy reliance on temporary staffing and professional employer services to scale frontline operations during peak demand periods, particularly for shelter management, PIT count coordination, and VAWA-compliant emergency response. The agency frequently procures general supplies for intake sites and operational equipment such as two-way radios, indicating a need for field-ready, low-tech infrastructure to support mobile outreach teams. Contracts are typically structured as performance-based solicitations, with minimal use of set-asides, favoring open competition to ensure rapid deployment of services. Primary NAICS categories include Temporary Help Services (561320) and Professional Employer Organizations (561330), reflecting a model that outsources labor-intensive, time-sensitive functions to specialized vendors. The agency also invests in technology services such as HMIS migration and translation support to improve service accessibility and data integrity. Vendor relationships are transactional and outcome-focused, with an emphasis on scalability and compliance over long-term partnerships. As a division of the City of Philadelphia, the Office of Homeless Services operates citywide with no geographic restrictions, reporting under the broader municipal infrastructure. It utilizes standard municipal procurement vehicles including RFPs and competitive solicitations, prioritizing agility and responsiveness over complex contracting frameworks.

How do I find contracts from Philadelphia Office of Homeless Services?

You can find contracts from Philadelphia Office of Homeless Services on CLEATUS by visiting the agency's contracts tab. Search and filter by contract type, NAICS code, set-aside, and more. CLEATUS aggregates data from SAM.gov, FPDS, USASpending.gov, and state procurement systems.

What contracts does Philadelphia Office of Homeless Services award?

Philadelphia Office of Homeless Services awards government contracts across various categories. Browse contract opportunities from this agency.

How do I do business with Philadelphia Office of Homeless Services?

To do business with Philadelphia Office of Homeless Services, start by registering in SAM.gov and obtaining a UEI number. Then search for contract opportunities from this agency on CLEATUS. Review the agency's procurement history, identify relevant NAICS codes, and prepare competitive proposals. The contractors tab shows companies that have won contracts from this agency.

Who are the top contractors for Philadelphia Office of Homeless Services?

View the full list of contractors who have won awards from Philadelphia Office of Homeless Services in the contractors tab . You can filter by contract value, NAICS code, and set-aside type to find relevant competitors and potential teaming partners.

Where is Philadelphia Office of Homeless Services located?

Philadelphia Office of Homeless Services is located in PA. While the agency may have offices in multiple locations, contract opportunities can be performed at various places of performance across the country.

← Back to Agencies Directory

State & Local Agency

Philadelphia Office of Homeless Services

Part of Pennsylvania · Pennsylvania

The Philadelphia Office of Homeless Services is dedicated to coordinating and expanding systems of care to prevent and end homelessness across the city. Its core mission centers on delivering emergency shelter, supportive housing, and integrated service networks for individuals and families experiencing homelessness.

Philadelphia Office of Homeless Services is a government agency with procurement activity across contracts, awards, and contractors.

Top