Homelessness Strategic Plan Update

The City of Long Beach is seeking a vendor to conduct a comprehensive quantitative analysis aimed at informing the development of strategies and interventions to address homelessness within the city. The project, titled "Homelessness Strategic Plan Update," is part of a solicitation issued by the Long Beach Health Department, under California state jurisdiction, with a response deadline set for September 24, 2025. The contract is expected to be valued between $50,000 and $200,000 and falls under the NAICS code 541611, which pertains to administrative management and general management consulting services. The primary objective is to leverage data-driven insights to enhance the city's efforts in tackling homelessness through strategic planning and targeted interventions. The procurement process involves vendors submitting detailed quotes via the Long Beach Buys system, with comprehensive user guides provided to facilitate the submission process. These guides outline procedures for locating solicitations, handling validation errors, uploading necessary attachments, and ensuring all bid components meet the specified requirements. The system emphasizes transparency and efficiency, allowing vendors to review and finalize their submissions before the deadline. Overall, the contract aims to engage a qualified consulting firm capable of delivering actionable, data-informed recommendations to support Long Beach’s ongoing efforts to mitigate homelessness and improve community well-being.