LAHSA program funding is distributed through a competitive bid process. In response to Request for Proposals (RFPs) released by LAHSA, agencies may submit an application for funding to operate the specified program(s). Awards are made based upon the review and scoring criteria stated in the RFP. The LAHSA Board of Commissioners makes funding awards, after which annual contracts are negotiated with the successful bidders. The majority of RFPs for LAHSA programs are released on a three-year cycle.

Professional Services to Support the 2009 Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count

LAHSA is seeking creative consultant(s) to assist in developing cost-effective methods for developing estimates of homeless populations in our Continuum of Care. The information obtained during the enumeration must be able to be applied to smaller geographic areas while retaining high levels of integrity and applicability.

For further infomration, please download this information sheet.

Proposals are due Friday, August 8, 2008 at 5:00pm (PST).

Winter Shelter Program 2008-09 (WSP)

2008-09 Winter Shelter Program Request for Proposals (RFP) Due date: Friday, June 27, 2008 at 5:00pm (PST)
Winter Shelter Program Budget Template (Updated June 6, 2008)
Addendum Number One to Winter Shelter Program RFP (Released June 6, 2008)
Addendum Number Two to Winter Shelter Program RFP (Released June 26, 2008)
Winter Shelter Program Funding Calendar
Maps of Service Planning Areas (SPAs)
Questions & Answers asked by potential WSP proposers (June 6, 2008)
Questions & Answers asked by potential WSP proposers (June 13, 2008)

Note: Prospective WSP proposers must attend the mandatory Proposers Conference & Conference Call on Friday, June 6, 2008. Proposers may elect to participate either by attending the Conference in person or by joining in the Conference Call.

WSP Proposers Conference
Date & Time: Friday, June 6, 2008, 10am to 12pm
Location: Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority, 453 S. Spring Street, 12th Floor, Los Angeles
Note: Parking is available in nearby lots. Parking validation will not be provided.

WSP Proposers Conference Call
To participate:
1) Before June 6, call Debra Neal at LAHSA (213.683.3333) to register.
2) On June 6, dial 702.851.4044
3) A menu will follow. To enter the conference call you will need to press "2."
4) Enter the password: 2008WSP
5) Stay on the line after the conference call until your agency is called to confirm attendance. Failure to confirm attendence online will disqualify your agency at threshhold review. You will be able to call in starting at 9:50am.

Upon request, sign language interpreters, materials in alternative formats and other accommodations are available to the public for LAHSA meetings. All requests for reasonable accommodations must be made at least three working days in advance of the scheduled meeting date. For additional information, contact LAHSA at 213.683.3333 or TTY 213.553.8488.

After the Proposers Conference & Conference Call, written questions regarding the RFP may be submitted by email until 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 11, 2008. LAHSA will post the answers to all questions submitted by the deadline. Questions and Answers will be posted on this webpage by the close of business on June 13, 2008. ALL questions must be emailed to wsprfp@lahsa.org with “2008 - 2009 Winter Shelter Program RFP” in the subject line. LAHSA will not answer any questions received after the above-specified deadline or any questions submitted in a manner other than as instructed above. Oral comments or responses to inquiries shall not be binding. If it becomes necessary for LAHSA to revise any part of this RFP, or to provide additional information or clarification after the RFP is released, a written addendum will be sent to each recipient of record of this RFP. Addenda will be sent by e-mail, fax or first class mail.

Fiscal Monitoring

Fiscal Monitoring Services Request for Proposals
Fiscal Monitoring RFP Addendum

Non-LAHSA Funding

LA County Department of Children & Family Services seeks contractors to provide services and housing placement for emancipated foster youth
Due Date: Thursday, May 29, 2008 at 6pm
For more infomration, contact Ruth Teague or Amy Lemly.

SAMHSA Accepting Applications for $10 Million in Grants to Expand and Strengthen Treatment Services for Persons Who Are Homeless
Due Date: Thursday, May 29, 2008

SAMHSA Makes Funding Available for Services in Permanent Housing Programs
(for Fiscal Year 2008)

Artful Solutions: Pathways from Homelessness Grant Initiative
The Los Angeles County Arts Commission will award up to six grants at a maximum award level of $15,000 to arts organizations for projects which maximize the role of the arts in alleviating homelessness in Los Angeles County and evaluate the results.
Deadline: Wednesday, June 11, 2008 at 5pm