Request for Proposals # 26-1470 ADMINISTRATION OF THE ROOSEVELT ISLAND PUBLIC PURPOSE FUND

The Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation (RIOC) has issued Request for Proposals #26-1470 to secure a qualified organization for the comprehensive administrative and operational management of the Roosevelt Island Public Purpose Fund. The selected vendor will be responsible for the entire grant lifecycle, including application development, community outreach, due diligence, scoring, fund disbursement, and compliance monitoring. This fund is specifically designed to support nonprofit organizations that provide programs and services directly benefiting the residents and quality of life of the Roosevelt Island community. The contract is structured for an initial one-year term with the possibility of four additional one-year renewal options. Proposals are evaluated using the best value method, weighing technical expertise and cost to ensure the highest quality service at a fair and reasonable price. Key personnel assigned to the account represent a specific evaluation factor, and RIOC may conduct interviews to further assess a respondent's capabilities. The procurement includes a 30% Minority and Women Business Enterprise (MWBE) utilization goal, while the Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business (SDVOB) goal is set at 0%. Interested respondents must submit one original ink-signed hard copy, two additional copies, and a USB containing the full submission in PDF format by the deadline of October 1, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. EST. Compliance with various state certifications, including anti-discrimination, tax registration, and MacBride Fair Employment Principles, is mandatory for all bidders.