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Last updated: October 23, 2025, 9:10 AM

Temporary Operator for Emergency Shelters Request for Qualifications (RFQ)

OTDA Home Contract & Grant Opportunities Procurement/Bid Opportunities Procurement/Bid Detail

Temporary Operator for Emergency Shelters Request for Qualifications (RFQ)

Issue Date:
3/28/17, updated 6/29/17
Description:

The intent of this RFQ is to establish a list of qualified, interested and responsible parties willing to implement a plan to address an emergency shelter’s established deficiencies, and for the day-to-day operations of an emergency shelter on a temporary basis. The initial term that shall not exceed ninety (90) days, and a one-time additional term of up to ninety (90) days where the Commissioner of OTDA determines that termination of the temporary operator would cause significant deterioration of the quality of, or access to, an emergency shelter in the community or that reappointment is necessary to correct the deficiencies that required the reappointment or extension of the temporary operator. Prequalified parties will participate in a mini-bid process when the need for a Temporary Operator is determined by the Commissioner.

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