When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due November 9, 2026. Questions must be submitted by November 4, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $0 – $110,000.

It was issued by Washington State Department of Commerce. The work is located in Washington, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Experienced youth homelessness and housing-services provider. Expertise in prevention, diversion, crisis services, and low-barrier shelter. Demonstrated ability to engage at-risk youth and young adults. Strong partnerships with families, natural supports, and community organizations. Experience delivering housing assistance without preconditions.

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Healthcare Services, Wellness & Biotech

Washington, United StatesPosted: September 29, 2026Deadline: November 9, 2026

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SUMMARY

A Washington government authority seeks a provider to engage youth and young adults experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Services include prevention, diversion, low-barrier shelter, crisis response, and sustainable housing assistance.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be licensed to do business in Washington or commit to becoming licensed within 30 days of selection
Must be a private nonprofit organization, state or local government, or public housing agency
Must be able to provide outreach and/or case management services in one or more of the 34 Balance of State Continuum of Care counties
Must have a Statewide Vendor Number from the Office of Financial Management
Must maintain required insurance coverage
Must submit all required Smartsheet forms (Exhibits A-D)

BUDGET

Verified

$0 – $110,000

CONTRACT DURATION

10 months

TIMELINE

Issue Request for Applications: September 28th, 2026

Applicants’ Conference: September 30th, 2026

Question and Answer Period: September 28th, 2026 – November 3rd, 2026

Answers posted: November 4th, 2026

Applications due: November 9th, 2026

Evaluation: November 16th, 2026 – December 4th, 2026

Announce Apparent Successful Applicant: December 7th, 2026

Contract start: January 1st, 2027

QUESTION DEADLINE

November 4, 2026

CONTACTS

Primary procurement contact — name, title, email, and phone

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Issuing Agency

Washington State Department of Commerce

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DESCRIPTION

The government authority in Washington seeks a vendor to provide youth-led project services for youth and young adults who are at risk of or experiencing homelessness.

The selected provider will identify and engage vulnerable youth, prevent the loss of housing, and divert young people from the homeless system to family and natural supports whenever possible. Services must also include immediate access to low-barrier shelter and crisis services.

The provider will deliver effective housing assistance and supportive services without preconditions, with the goal of creating sustainable solutions and preventing recurring homelessness.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due November 9, 2026. Questions must be submitted by November 4, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: The published budget is $0 – $110,000.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Washington State Department of Commerce. The work is located in Washington, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Experienced youth homelessness and housing-services provider
Expertise in prevention, diversion, crisis services, and low-barrier shelter
Demonstrated ability to engage at-risk youth and young adults
Strong partnerships with families, natural supports, and community organizations
Experience delivering housing assistance without preconditions

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