Community Based Programming at the Blue Hills Recreation Center

The City of Hartford is inviting qualified nonprofit organizations, community-based entities, educational institutions, and other mission-driven partners to submit Expressions of Interest for programming opportunities at the Blue Hills Recreation Center. The initiative aims to activate a portion of the facility with community-focused services that directly benefit residents of the Blue Hills neighborhood and adjacent areas, prioritizing programs that foster engagement, wellness, education, and social development. Interested parties must demonstrate capacity to deliver meaningful, sustainable initiatives that align with the city’s goals for neighborhood revitalization and equitable access to public resources. Submissions are due by August 22, 2026, and all proposals should be directed through the official solicitation process under COH6297, posted on August 3, 2026. The procurement is managed by the Connecticut Department of Administrative Services, with Susan Sheppard serving as the primary point of contact for inquiries. While no specific set-aside or NAICS code is designated, the opportunity is open to a broad range of mission-aligned organizations capable of delivering impactful programming in a publicly managed facility. Applicants are encouraged to review details via the provided portal to ensure full compliance with submission requirements and to understand the envisioned scope of services.