Current Funding Opportunities and Request for Investment

The Seattle Human Services Department implements its investments in human services through processes called Request for Investment (RFI), Request for Qualifications (RFQ), and Request for Proposals (RFP).

An RFI/RFQ is an open and competitive funding allocation process. With an RFI, the City defines the investment results within a Strategic Investment Plan Program Area. Interested agencies may respond to a RFI/RFQ by submitting a proposal requesting an investment by the City of Seattle for a specific project, program, or service. RFIs and RFQs are reviewed as part of a process that identifies the proposals most likely to deliver results. The contact person listed for each RFI/RFQ announcement can assist you with questions about the process.

To get information about the current year's activity, view the 2012 Schedule of Funding Opportunities. This schedule is updated on a regular basis.

Request for Qualifications

Early Learning Assessment

The City of Seattle Human Services Department (HSD) and the Office for Education (OFE) are seeking proposals from qualified organizations and individuals interested in providing assessment services to City-supported programs that serve low-income, three- and four-year old children and their families in Seattle. Approximately $130,025 is available through this RFQ for the period of September 2012 – August 2013.

All proposals must be received in person, by mail, or electronic submission by 5 p.m. on Wednesday June 6, 2012. Proposals must be received and date/time stamped by this deadline or they will not be considered. No faxed or e-mailed proposals will be accepted. Contact RFQ Coordinator Eduardo Armijo at eduardo.armijo@seattle.gov or at 206 733-9113 for additional information.

Downloads:

• Cover Letter
• Guidelines
• Application Form
• Budget Template

Request for Investments

Neighborhood Shelter Fund

The City of Seattle Human Services Department (HSD) is seeking investment proposals from organizations interested in increasing their community’s capacity to provide shelter services for homeless persons and families. This Request for Investment (RFI) is currently being solicited from non-profit, faith-based and other organizations seeking one-time funds for operational costs and/or capital improvements to increase shelter services. Approximately $65,000 is available through this RFI for the period of September 2012 – August 2013 from the City of Seattle General Fund.

All proposals must be received in person, by mail, or electronic submission by 5 p.m. on Friday June 15, 2012. Proposals must be received and date/time stamped by this deadline or they will not be considered. No faxed or e-mailed proposals will be accepted. Contact RFI Coordinator Michael Look at michael.look@seattle.gov or at 206 615-1717 for additional information.

Downloads:

• Cover Letter
• Guidelines
• Application
• Forms: Budget, Capital Budget, Personnel Budget
• Master Agency Services Agreement

Professional Development

The City of Seattle's Human Services Department (HSD) and the Office for Education (OFE), a division of the Department of Neighborhoods (DON), are seeking investment proposals from agencies/organizations interested in providing direct or contracted professional development services to early learning and school-age care programs, caregivers, and educators. HSD seeks to contract with culturally responsive Professional Development Service Providers (PDSPs) who will ensure the delivery of best and promising professional development practices. The Service components include coaching, training, academic coursework, and outreach.

From September 2012-August 2013, approximately $930,000 is available to serve up to 150 early learning and school-age care educators, caregivers, and providers who are located within programs that are receiving professional development via the Seattle Early Education Collaborative (SEEC).

All proposals must be received in person, by mail, or electronic submission by 5 p.m. on Thursday, May 17, 2012. Proposals must be received and date/time stamped by this deadline or they will not be considered. No faxed or e-mailed proposals will be accepted. Contact Sharon Knight at sharon.knight@seattle.gov or at 206-684-0953 for additional information.

Downloads:

• Cover Letter
• Guidelines
• Application Form (Word)
• Budget Form (Word) or Budget Form (Excel)
• Personnel and Governing Board Inventory Form (Word)
• Master Agency Services Agreement
• Questions and Answers | PACT and CBT Assessments

Information

For more information about Seattle Human Services Funding Opportunities,
contact Sara Levin, Fiscal and Contracts Director, at 206-684-8691.

Seattle Human Services Department
Street address: 700 5th Avenue, Suite 5800, Seattle, WA 98104
Mailing address: PO Box 34215, Seattle, WA 98124-4215

Phone: 206-386-1001
Fax: 206-233-5119
TTY/TTD: 206-233-2778

Accommodations for people with disabilities provided upon request.