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Lawrence council waives 30‑day rule to fast‑track shelter RFP
Summary
Councilors approved a motion to waive the standard 30‑day posting so the city can move quickly on an RFP for overnight shelters; staff said only 501(c)(3) nonprofits with federal identifiers can be awarded and that required trainings and HMIS enrollment are part of the process.
The Lawrence City Council voted to waive the city’s usual 30‑day posting period so staff can issue and move forward with a request for proposals for overnight shelter providers.
City staff explained the award process will require a nonprofit provider with a federal unique identifier (a 501(c)(3)) and successful completion of inspections and state‑mandated training. “Unless you are a nonprofit agency with a 5 0 1 c 3 and…
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