Request for Proposals

Through an RFP process involving the Community Action Committee, the CHF directs funding to local agencies for prevention and re-housing programs, as well as capital projects. Funding is awarded based on the quality of proposals received, with the overarching goal of contributing to a system of care that ensures Calgarians at risk of or experiencing homelessness have the support they need to achieve and maintain housing stability.

RFP 2011-01 Permanent Supportive Housing for Chronically Homeless Singles and Chronically Homeless Aboriginal Singles

Award Notifications as of October 21, 2011:

The deadline for applications was October 7, 2011, 4PM Calgary time. The CHF received 10 applications. At this point, these applications reflect the allocation of about $4.425 million over 18 months and the rehousing and support of 200 people experiencing chronic homelessness. 

2011-01 RFP Award Notifications (PDF)

About the 2011-01 RFP:

The purpose of this RFP is to award funding to a minimum of two projects that will house 200-300 chronically homeless individuals primarily residing in emergency shelters through Permanent Supportive Housing interventions.

Up to $3 million dollars is available to be allocated from Outreach and Support Services grant funding from the Government of Alberta Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, the CHF is inviting proposals to deliver services towards meeting the objectives of the Calgary and Government of Alberta plans to end homelessness. The objective of this investment is to reduce emergency shelter use in Calgary by housing longest term stayers.

A focus on Aboriginal homelessness. Aboriginal people are consistently over-represented among Calgary’s homeless population. Their unique needs call for tailored strategies to overcome barriers to housing stability, which has led to the recognition of this group as a priority sub-population in the 10 Year Plan Update. To support the immediate needs of Aboriginal homeless people in Calgary, a minimum of one contract will be awarded to an Aboriginal program to specifically serve chronically homeless Aboriginal singles.

RFP 2011-02-01 Homeless and At Risk Youth Prevention, Housing and Intensive Supports

Award Notification as of January 12, 2012

The deadline for applications was November 30, 2011, 4 p.m. MST. The CHF received four applications. The RFP focused on homeless and at risk youth under the age of 18. The next step in the process will be detailed contract negotiation, followed by a formal announcement.

2011-02-01 (Youth) Award Notification (PDF)

About the 2011-02-01 RFP:

The purpose of this RFP is to award funding to projects aligned with the Plan to End Youth Homelessness in Calgary that will assist youth who are homeless or at risk, focusing on youth with high involvement in public systems (i.e. corrections, child intervention, health, etc.). The objective of the RFP is to fund innovative projects that focus on identifying and addressing system gaps to end youth homelessness. To this end, Prevention, as well as Housing and Intensive Supports programs are eligible for this funding.

The funding available for this RFP is $1,616,049, over three years provided by the Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development through the Homelessness Partnering Strategy to support projects that promote strategic partnerships and structures, including housing solutions and supports, to stabilize the lives of individuals who are homeless or at-risk of becoming homeless and assist them to move toward self-sufficiency. The priorities of this RFP align with Community Plan 2011-14 for Calgary approved by the HRSDC.

RFP 2011-03 Homeless Capital Projects

Award Notifications as of October 26, 2011:

The deadline for applications for this RFP was October 14, 2011. The Calgary Homeless Foundation received four applications as a part of this RFP process.

2011-03 Capital Award Notification (PDF)

About the 2011-03 RFP:

The RFP process focused on capital that would serve people experiencing chronic homelessness and people staying in emergency shelters over a long period of time.

The purpose of this RFP is to award funding to capital projects for property acquisition, construction, or renovations and site improvements which will support an end to homelessness.

A total of $1 million for this RFP is provided by the Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development through the Homelessness Partnering Strategy. Funds must be spent by March 31, 2012.

Status on the RFP and Award Process

These are pending contracts so the information below may change. Currently, the CHF and awarded agencies are conducting detailed contract negotiation, which will be followed by a formal announcement. If there are those wishing to file a grievance or lodge an appeal to a final funding award decision resulting from an RFP, please view the Grievance and Appeal Document (PDF).