Department
Senior Services
Requested Action
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Request approval to renew an existing contract and increase the spending authority - Senior Services 25RFP1366504A-JWT, Consumer Directed Services - Fiscal Management with Guardiantrac, LLC d/b/a GT Independence for a total contract amount of $23,310.00. This action exercises the first and only renewal option. No renewal options remain. Effective date July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA)
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Requirement for Board Action
In accordance with Purchasing Code Section 102-394(6), the Purchasing Department shall present all renewal requests to the Board of Commissioners at least 90 days prior to the contract renewal date or 60 days if the contract term is six (6) months or less. Additionally, Purchasing Code Section 102-420 provides that contract modifications within the scope of the contract and necessary for contract completion, in the specifications, services, time of performance or terms and conditions of the contract, shall be forwarded to the Board of Commissioners for approval.
Strategic Priority Area related to this item
Health and Human Services
Is this a purchasing item?
Yes
Summary & Background
The Department of Senior Services recommends approval for Guardiantrac, LLC d/b/a GT Independence. The fiscal agent services allow for the facilitation of the Consumer Directed Care program which provides In-Home Services to seniors aged 60 and above. The program allows seniors to choose a caregiver whom they employ to provide In-Home Services.
Scope of Work: The vendor will provide fiscal management services in support of the Consumer Directed Care program. The vendor shall screen and enroll caregivers as employees, managing all fiscal tasks related to payroll and program operational expenses.
Community Impact: This program allows seniors to select a caregiver to employ in their home, allowing the senior to age in place with the confidence of choosing their caregiver. This program further allows the Department of Senior Services to close gaps in services.
Department Recommendation: The Department recommends approval.
Project Implications: This service will provide fiscal services in support of a growing Consumer Directed Care program. The services will allow us to comply with grant regulations that require a third-party fiscal agent.
Community Issues/Concerns: If the contract is not approved there are community members who will lose both In-Home Care and employment. Furthermore, Fulton County DSS would be out of compliance with our primary grant funder.
Department Issues/Concerns: If the contract is not approved, there are departmental concerns regarding the County’s ability to continue to provide services and resources to the community.
Contract Modification
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Current Contract History |
BOC Item |
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Dollar Amount |
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Original Award Amount |
N/A |
7/21/25 |
$6,657.00 |
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1st Renewal |
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$23,310.00 |
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Total Revised Amount |
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$29,967.00 |
Contract & Compliance Information
Contract Value: $23,310.00
Prime Vendor: Guardiantrac, LLC d/b/a GT Independence
Location: State Sturgis, MI
County: St Joseph
Prime Value: $23,310.00 or 100.00%
Subcontractor: None
Total Contract Value: $23,310.00 or 100.00%
Total Certified Value: $0.00
Exhibits Attached
Exhibit 1: Contract Renewal Agreement
Exhibit 2: Contract Performance Evaluation
Contact Information (Type Name, Title, Agency and Phone)
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Kweli Rashied-Henry, Interim Director, Senior Services, (404) 398-8825
Contract Attached
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Yes
Previous Contracts
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Yes
Total Contract Value
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Original Approved Amount: |
$6,657.00 |
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Previous Adjustments: |
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This Request: |
$23,310.00 |
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TOTAL: |
$29,967.00 |
Grant Information Summary
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Amount Requested: |
$11,655 |
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Cash |
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Match Required: |
$0.00 |
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In-Kind |
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Start Date: |
July 1, 2026 |
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Approval to Award |
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End Date: |
June 30, 2026 |
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Apply & Accept |
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Match Account $: |
$0.00 |
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Fiscal Impact / Funding Source
Funding Line 1:
100-183-18IS-1160 $11,655
Funding Line 2:
461-183-AR27-1160 $11,655
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Key Contract Terms |
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Start Date: 7/1/2026 |
End Date: 6/30/2027 |
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Cost Adjustment: |
Renewal/Extension Terms: |
Overall Contractor Performance Rating:
Would you select/recommend this vendor again?
Yes
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Report Period Start: |
Report Period End: |
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7/1/2026 |
6/30/2027 |