RENT Fund Program Administration Service

The City of Providence, Rhode Island, is seeking a vendor to administer its Rent Fund program. This crisis intervention program stabilizes households facing temporary financial hardship and resolves short-term financial crises that create an imminent risk of housing loss. The selected administrator will bridge temporary affordability gaps to prevent or forestall eviction or foreclosure for local residents. The scope of work covers program operations, financial assistance administration, and housing stabilization services. The administrator must also handle compliance, reporting, financial controls, and risk management. The agency requires all work to be performed offsite by an onshore organization based in the United States. The contract period will span one year, and the agency is seeking budget proposals from bidders to determine the cost of these services. Bidders must submit all questions regarding this opportunity no later than June 8, 2026.