Prop 47 HOME Diversion Program Services

The Prop 47 HOME Diversion Program Services solicitation, issued by the City of Pasadena's Office of the City Attorney, seeks a provider to implement a diversion-focused program for unhoused adults. Administered through the Prosecution Division, the program aims to divert individuals away from criminal justice involvement by providing mental health and substance use recovery supports. The contract has an estimated total value of 4,498,269 dollars, comprising 4,390,311 dollars in grant funds and 107,958 dollars in leveraged funds. The period of performance begins with a start-up phase on October 1, 2025, with full service delivery spanning from January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2028, followed by an administrative close-out period ending June 30, 2029. Award selection is based on a trade-off method using a weighted scoring system. The primary evaluation factors include the project description (30 percent), project need (25 percent), community engagement (15 percent), data collection and evaluation (15 percent), and the proposal budget (15 percent). Preference points are available for providers exceeding a 50 percent pass-through funding requirement to community-based organizations. The selected contractor must adhere to strict insurance requirements, including professional liability and commercial general liability coverage, and maintain records for at least three years after grant closeout. Invoicing is conducted quarterly via the City of Pasadena's portal, with payments issued by the State Controller’s Office.