Department
Senior Services
Requested Action
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Request approval to increase spending authority - Senior Services, 25RFP1366504A-JWT, Consumer Directed Services - Fiscal Management in an amount not to exceed $81,748.89 with Guardiantrac, LLC d/b/a GT Independence, (Sturgis, Michigan) to provide fiscal management services in accordance with County and grant compliance standards. Effective upon BOC approval through June 30, 2027. 100% Grant funded
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Requirement for Board Action
In accordance with Purchasing Code Section 102-420, contract modifications within the scope of the contract and necessary for contract completion of the contract, 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
Commission Districts Affected
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Is this a purchasing item?
Yes
Summary & Background: Consumer Directed Care is a pilot program initiated in 2025 for seniors of Fulton County. It allows seniors to choose a caregiver whom they hire to provide in-home care. Fulton County Department of Senior Services covers the cost of hiring caregivers via grant and general funds. The program exceeded its original enrollment goal by 40% and continues to scale up. As such, program costs have also increased. The program is a success and requires additional spending authority to accommodate the awarded grant funds and existing general fund budget allocation.
Scope of Work: Fiscal management services that include but are not limited to hiring caregiver employees, collecting data, providing reports, managing payroll and operational expenses of the Consumer Directed Care program for Fulton County Department of Senior Services.
Community Impact: Consumer Directed Care is a vital program that helps to close the gap in services for seniors in need of caregivers who assist them with maintaining their independence, thus allowing them to age in place with dignity and care. Secondarily, this program offers employment for caregivers who earn a competitive wage.
Department Recommendation: Approval is recommended
Project Implications: Without the approved increase in authority, DSS will be unable to process pending invoices for the vendor. DSS will be unable to fully scale the program, which already has a substantial waitlist and funding to serve said clients. Furthermore, we will not be able to spend down the awarded grant funds.
Community Issues/Concerns: N/A
Department Issues/Concerns: DSS will not be able to sustain the current client enrollment nor expand the program if this spending authority increase is not approved.
Contract Modification
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Current Contract History |
BOC Item |
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Dollar Amount |
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Original Award Amount |
102-369 |
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$6,657.00 |
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1st Renewal |
26-0444 |
8/5/2026 |
$23,310.00 |
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Amendment No. 1 |
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$81,748.89 |
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Total Revised Amount |
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$111,715.89 |
Contract & Compliance Information
Exhibits Attached Yes
Contact Information
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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: |
$24,310.00 |
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This Request: |
$81,748.89 |
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TOTAL: |
$112,715.89 |
Grant Information Summary - AR26
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Amount Requested: |
$6,748.89 |
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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, 2025 |
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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 $: |
N/A |
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Grant Information Summary - AR27
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Amount Requested: |
$75,000.00 |
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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, 2027 |
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Apply & Accept |
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Match Account $: |
N/A |
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Fiscal Impact / Funding Source
Funding Line 1:
461-183-AR26-1160 $6,748.89
Funding Line 2:
461-183-AR27-1160 $75,000
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Key Contract Terms |
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Start Date: 7/1/2026 |
End Date: 6/30/2026 |
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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 |