Emergency Stand-By Shelter Services

The City of Detroit is requesting proposals from qualified organizations to operate a year-round stand-by shelter program providing short-term shelter and basic needs during emergency weather events and other emergent needs.

City of Detroit > Office of Contracting and Procurement > Department of Human, Homeless, and Family Services


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Sep 16, 2026 12:00 PM
Aug 18, 2026 09:48 AM
$50,000.00
2 years base + 1 × 1 year option
Request for Proposal (RFP)
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Contact
eprocurement@detroitmi.gov
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Description

The City of Detroit, through its Office of Contracting and Procurement on behalf of the Department of Human, Homeless, and Family Services, is seeking qualified organizations to operate a stand-by shelter program for residents experiencing homelessness. The program must provide low-barrier, short-term shelter and basic needs during emergency weather events or other emergent needs, operate year-round, stand up within 24 hours of City notice, and be prepared to provide up to an estimated 60 days of service over the award period. A minimum capacity of 50 cots or beds is preferred. Required operations include 24/7 security and staffing, resident intake and daily data reporting, diversion assessments, coordination with the City and homeless-service providers, connections to coordinated access and assessment services, publicly posted shelter rules, basic clothing and hygiene supplies, and safe, code-compliant facilities. Facilities must provide separate areas for men, women, and families; beds or cots, cribs, linens, three meals daily, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, showers, and ADA accessibility. The expected maximum award is $50,000, and the shelter must be ready to operate on November 1, 2026. Proposals must include technical and pricing materials, financial-capacity documentation, proof of at least one year of relevant shelter experience, facility and inspection documentation, and required affidavits and certifications.

Classification Codes
NAICS624221Temporary Shelters
PSCR429SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: EMERGENCY RESPONSE/DISASTER PLANNING/PREPAREDNESS SUPPORT
Smart Codes
emergency shelter serviceshomeless support servicesshelter program operations
Specifications
Service
Timeline
Aug 17, 2026-Advertisement Date
Aug 24, 2026-Pre-Proposal Conference (optional)
Microsoft Teams; meeting link provided in the solicitation.
Sep 7, 2026-Questions Due Date
Sep 9, 2026-Answers Distributed
Sep 16, 2026-Proposal Due Date
Requirements
Required
No
Location
Local Preference:Locals Encouraged
Documents
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