Title
Authorization to Extend Contract with Central Arizona Shelter Services, Inc. for Rapid Rehousing for Single Men (Ordinance S-48913)
Description
Request to authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to amend and extend Contract 152126 with the Central Arizona Shelter Services, Inc. (CASS) for rapid rehousing for single men to Sept. 30, 2023. The total value of the contract will remain unchanged and will not exceed $1.8 million over the life of the contract. Further request to authorize the City Controller to disburse all funds related to this item.
Report
Summary
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Human Services Department contracted with CASS to provide rapid rehousing services for at-risk single men. CASS provides rapid rehousing services to 200 single men. Rapid rehousing services include move-in deposits, utility deposits, long-term rental/utility assistance, and case management services.
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has extended the expenditure deadline for Emergency Solutions Grant CARES Act (ESG-CV) funds. As such, staff are requesting to extend the contract to align the expiration dates with that of HUD.
Contract Term
The extension period will begin on or about Sept. 1, 2022, and run through Sept. 30, 2023. The initial term of the contract was May 6, 2020, to Aug. 31, 2022.
Financial Impact
The total contract value will remain unchanged and will not exceed $1.8 million. Funding is available from HUD ESG-CV funds. There is no impact to the General Fund.
Concurrence/Previous Council Action
On May 6, 2020, City Council approved Contract 152126 with Ordinance S-46601.
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Gina Montes and the Human Services Department.