REPORT TO COUNCIL
SUBJECT
Title
Approve an Agreement in the amount of $407,430 with HomeFirst Services of Santa Clara County for Case Management Services and Shelter Beds for the Unhoused Population in Sunnyvale
Report
REPORT IN BRIEF
Staff recommends the approval of an Agreement with HomeFirst Services of Santa Clara County (HomeFirst) in the amount of $407,430 for case management services and shelter beds for the unhoused population in Sunnyvale. Staff also recommends Council delegate authority to the City Manager to extend the agreement for two additional one-year periods if services and pricing remain acceptable, subject to available budget.
EXISTING POLICY
Council Policy 5.1.1 - Socio-Economic - Goal 5.IJ
Encourage and support a network of human services that provides for the basic needs of Sunnyvale's residents.
General Plan, Housing Element, Goal E, Policy E.6
Participate in the County Collaborative on Affordable Housing and Homeless Issues (the CoC) to provide a continuum of care of services and facilities for the homeless. Facilitate and sponsor the provision of housing for homeless people if the Onizuka base conversion plan is approved by the federal agencies. Support local service providers that offer facilities and support services to homeless individuals and families, and persons at risk of homelessness.
Pursuant to Chapter 2.08 of the Sunnyvale Municipal Code (SMC), contracts for this type of service are awarded pursuant to a Request for Proposals (RFP) best value process, unless otherwise exempt from the competitive bidding process. Additionally, pursuant to SMC Section 2.08.040 City Council approval is required for the procurement of goods and/or services exceeding $250,000 in any one transaction.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The action being considered does not constitute a "project" with the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15378 (a) because it has no potential to result in either a...
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