REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI)
Issued by: Office of Human Services
Issue Date: August 11, 2026
Response Due Date: 12:00 PM EST on Friday, August 28, 2026
Contact: Megan Stone, Division Head, Luzerne County Human Services,
megan.stone.ohs@luzernecounty.org
RFI Title: Block Grant Funding: Homeless Assistance Program (HAP) & Human Services
Development Fund (HSDF)
RFI Reference ID: 081126-OHS
1. Purpose
The Office of Human Services is issuing this Request for Information (RFI) to solicit
information from qualified providers regarding Block Grant funding, specifically the Homeless
Assistance Program (HAP) and Human Services Development Fund (HSDF) funds. This RFI is
for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation for bids, proposals, or quotes.
2. Background
The County is exploring options to enhance access to homeless assistance services, rental
assistance, case management, bridge housing and housing for underserved populations. We are
seeking innovative approaches and capabilities from providers who can deliver evidence-based
and community-centered services.
3. Requested Information
Respondents are requested to provide the following information:
• Organization name, address, and primary contact.
• Overview of services currently provided relevant to this RFI.
• Geographic areas served.
• Description of staffing structure and qualifications.
• Data demonstrating program outcomes, effectiveness, or reach (if available).
• Partnerships or collaborations with other agencies.
• Capacity for scaling services if needed.
• Estimated costs or funding requirements (budget breakdown MUST be included).
4. Response Format
Please limit your response to five (5) pages. Responses may be submitted electronically in PDF
format to Megan Stone at megan.stone.ohs@luzernecounty.org and Kristina Jordan at
k.jordan@luzernecounty.org no later than Friday, August 28, 2026 at 12:00 pm. Please
reference the RFI reference ID and RFI Title in the subject line of your email. Hard copy
submissions will not be accepted.
5. Confidentiality
All information provided in response to this RFI will be used solely for planning purposes.
Proprietary or confidential information should be clearly marked as such.
6. Disclaimer
This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a
solicitation. Responding to this RFI does not guarantee involvement in any future procurement
process.