26-0007 Services to Support At-Risk Populations

The City of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, is issuing a competitive solicitation to procure services aimed at supporting at-risk populations within the community. The request, identified as RFP 26-0007, seeks proposals from qualified vendors to provide up to five distinct service categories: Temporary Housing Services, Transitional Housing Services, Juvenile-Focused Services for victims of violence and crime, Homelessness Prevention and Stabilization Services, and Mental Health, Physical Health, and Addiction Services. Proposers have the flexibility to apply for one or multiple categories based on their capacity and expertise. The solicitation, posted on September 12, 2025, sets a response deadline of October 30, 2025, with proposals to be publicly opened the following day. The process includes a nonmandatory preproposal meeting scheduled for September 25, 2025, and requires vendors to register through the city's e-procurement system. Funding for these services ranges from a minimum of $500,000 to a maximum of $2,000,000, with the city reserving the right to reject any or all proposals and to award contracts in the best interest of the community. The procurement emphasizes comprehensive evaluation criteria, proposal formatting, and adherence to schedule guidelines. Additionally, organizations interested in funding support must submit a detailed application, Appendix A, which captures organizational capacity, program design, community impact, partnerships, metrics, and budget details. This initiative aligns with the city's broader efforts to address homelessness, health disparities, juvenile safety, and substance abuse, aiming to foster collaborative solutions that improve the well-being of vulnerable populations across Sioux Falls.