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Authorization to award and execute Professional Service Agreements for the Summer Youth Employment Program.
presenter
Presenter: Mary Howard, Chief Administrative & Resident Services Officer
Recommendation
The Interim Chief Executive Officer ("CEO") of the Chicago Housing Authority ("CHA") recommends that the CHA Board of Commissioners ("Board") approve the award of contract to the below listed contractor(s) in the approximate aggregate value of $28,561,650 consisting of an aggregate original contract value of $11,067,101 for a two year base term from April 1, 2025 through March 31, 2027; and three one year option years in the combined amount of $17,494,549 to provide summer youth employment program services.
The Board further authorizes the CEO to approve each request to exercise the options awarded under the contract and re-allocate contract values amongst awardees, as necessary.
Recommended Awardee
Bright Leadership Institute
Centers for New Horizons
Lifeline to Hope, Inc.
Metropolitan Family Services
Near West Side Community Development Corporation
The Kindness Campaign
UCAN
Total: $28,561,650
The requested action complies in all material respects with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, and CHA policies. CHA staff has completed all necessary due diligence to support the submission of this initiative.
Funding
MTW Funds
Background
Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) is part of the Mayor's One Summer Chicago initiative, which brings together government institutions, community-based organizations, and companies to offer over 30,000 employment and internship opportunities to youth and young adults. Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) participation in SYEP contributes to the One Summer Chicago total enrollment goal.
SYEP is a six-week program that typical operates from late June through early August, offering meaningful, paid work and skill development for youth ages 15 - 24. CHA has provided summer employment programming for CHA yout...
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