Hopwa Program

The City of Columbus is seeking to establish a Subrecipient Agreement with multiple nonprofit organizations to administer the Hopwa Program, which focuses on providing services related to HIV/AIDS verification, income qualification, housing inspections, case management, and related administrative functions. The selected Subrecipients will be responsible for a broad range of activities including intake, applicant screening, customer relations, and program reporting, ensuring compliance with federal standards for culturally and linguistically appropriate services. The contract aims to promote diversity within staff and leadership, emphasizing education and training to serve a demographically diverse community effectively. The initial contract period runs from the date of purchase order approval until December 31, 2025, with the City reserving the right to renew annually through 2029, aligning with the City’s Consolidated Plan. Proposals must be submitted by June 14, 2024, prior to 1 PM, with further details available through the provided online link. The contract size ranges from $500,000 to $2,000,000, and the program is classified under NAICS code 624190, targeting nonprofit organizations serving Ohio. The City of Columbus emphasizes collaboration with organizations capable of delivering comprehensive, culturally competent services to support individuals affected by HIV/AIDS, with an emphasis on effective program administration, community engagement, and compliance with federal standards.