DEPARTMENT
External Affairs
REQUESTED ACTION (Identify appropriate Action or Motion, purpose, cost, timeframe, etc.)
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Request approval to renew an existing contract - Department of External Affairs 23RFP081423A-KM, External Grant Writing & Support Services in an amount not to exceed $80,000.00 with Strategic Funding Group, Inc. (Atlanta, GA) to provide External Grant Writing Services. This action exercises the second of two renewal options. No renewal options remain. Effective January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026.
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REQUIREMENT FOR BOARD ACTION (Cite specific Board policy, statute or code requirement)
In accordance with Purchasing Code Section 102-394(6), the Purchasing Department shall present all renewal requests the Board of Commissioners at least 90 days prior to the contract renewal date, 60 days if the contract term is six (6) months or less.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY AREA RELATED TO THIS ITEM (If yes, note strategic priority area below)
Open and Responsible Government
COMMISSION DISTRICTS AFFECTED
All Districts ?
District 1 ?
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IS THIS A PURCHASING ITEM?
Yes
SUMMARY & BACKGROUND The Department of External Affairs recommends approval of this contract, which will provide external grant writing and support services.
Scope of Work: Consultant will coordinate grants and related research; review existing program materials relevant to programmatic goals; meet and interface with internal staff on grant requirements; and conduct
Community Impact: Grant funding augments and leverages General Fund greater community impact for County Programs and services.
Department Recommendation: Approve contract renewal #2.
Project Implications: Millions in grant funding for the County.
Community Issues/Concerns: Contract addresses County supports to community social service needs.
Department Issues/Concerns: Addresses multi-departmental needs for technical, expert support.
CONTRACT MODIFICATION:...
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