Cleveland Thrive Exemplar and Innovation Programs - Request for Quotes

The City of Cleveland is seeking qualified organizations to provide comprehensive funding and project management services aimed at reducing gun violence through innovative and exemplary programs. The scope includes establishing a vetting process for organizations interested in delivering violence prevention initiatives, disbursing funds to those that meet the criteria, and managing communication regarding reporting requirements, payment processes, and performance expectations tied to funding access. Additionally, the contract involves selecting qualified organizations to facilitate targeted programming, providing necessary training and coordination, and monitoring their activities to ensure fidelity to program goals and data collection standards. Regular progress reports and a final program evaluation will be required, covering participant demographics, intervention strategies, program successes and challenges, and neighborhood-specific gun violence reduction data. The contract, titled Cleveland Thrive Exemplar and Innovation Programs, is posted under solicitation number 2025-RFP-095, with a response deadline of August 18, 2025. It is managed by the Office of Prevention, Intervention, and Opportunity for Youth and Young Adults in Ohio, with a contract value ranging from $500,000 to $2 million. The project emphasizes collaboration among organizations to implement effective violence prevention strategies, leveraging data and continuous monitoring to measure impact and ensure program fidelity. The primary contact for this solicitation is Steven Decker, accessible via email and phone for further inquiries.