Request for Proposals (RFP): Technology Consulting Issued by: Cunningham Township Supervisor’s Office (CTSO) Issued on: Friday, August 8, 2025 Deadline for Submission: September 9, 2025 Project Timeline: November, 2025 – June 30, 2026 (FY26) FULL RFP: http://tinyurl.com/CTSOtech25 1. Overview Cunningham Township Supervisor’s Office (CTSO) is seeking proposals from qualified technology consulting firms to assess, recommend, and support the implementation and integration of new and existing technology systems. The goal is to improve operational efficiency, stabilize our technology infrastructure, and enhance service delivery after a period of rapid organizational growth. 2. About CTSO Cunningham Township is a local government office providing direct assistance and case management services to approximately 6,000 very low-income residents of Urbana and Champaign County each year. CTSO offers support in the areas of income assistance, rent, housing, food, utilities, and transportation. We also provide a continuum of services to people experiencing homelessness, including: Street outreach Family shelter (8 units owned and operated by CTSO) Hotel shelter (15 units) Rapid rehousing (15 units) Supportive services In the past eight years, CTSO has grown from 3 to 25 staff members, quadrupled its annual budget to $4.2 million (funded through a local tax levy and 10–12 grants at any given time), and expanded from one to four physical locations. 3. Summary of Need CTSO is seeking a Technology Consultant to: Assess current technology systems and infrastructure Refine technology requirements based on staff and program needs 6. Qualifications We welcome proposals from individuals or firms with the following: Required Experience Proven track record working with government and nonprofit organizations on technology strategy and implementation Experience with selection and implementation of case management systems, cloud file management, and other systems integration Familiarity with data security, HIPAA compliance, and user access controls Ability to design solutions that accommodate varying staff capacity and digital literacy Desired Qualifications Experience working with public-sector or human services agencies Experience with HMIS or similar databases Experience integrating payment, Quickbooks, and Wordpress tools Experience with both Google and Microsoft 365 ecosystems Strong facilitation, communication, and documentation skills 7. Proposal Requirements Please include the following in your proposal: A cover letter introducing your firm and interest in the project, include a description of your approach to the scope of work Timeline and availability for the period of performance Budget, including hourly rates and estimated total costs Qualifications and relevant experience (include bios or resumes for key personnel) At least two references from past clients Examples of similar work 8. RFP Timeline and Process RFP Issued : Friday, August 8, 2025 Deadline for Submission: Monday, September 9, 2025 at 5:00 PM CST (extensions available by request) Phone Interviews: late September Decision Notification: By October 1, 2025 Project Start: early November (negotiable) Please send proposals via email in one PDF to: Maya Bauer, Special Projects Coordinator Email: maya@ctso.org Subject Line: CTSO Technology RFP – [Your Organization Name] NOTE: This RFP is not using a formal process and our technology team is open to answering questions during your proposal process. Questions should be directed prior to deadline to Maya Bauer, Special Projects Coordinator at maya@ctso.org 9. Evaluation Criteria Proposals will be evaluated based on the following: Demonstrated understanding of the project and its goals Relevant experience and qualifications Quality and clarity of proposed approach Cost-effectiveness Alignment with CTSO’s values and capacity 10. Commitment to Equity in Contracting Cunningham Township Supervisor’s Office (CTSO) is committed to equity in all aspects of our work, including our contracting and vendor relationships. We strongly encourage proposals from consultants and organizations that are: Women-owned Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC)-owned LGBTQIA+-owned Veteran-owned Union-affiliated or worker-owned Located in or with ties to Urbana-Champaign and the surrounding region CTSO values lived experience, diverse leadership, and culturally responsive approaches. Please feel free to include any information in your proposal about how your team and approach reflect these priorities.

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The Cultural Connections Agency Senior Manager, Entertainment PR (US Hispanic) Location: Remote (LA, MIA, ATL or NYC preferred) Our Mission. Our mission is to unlock the business value and cultural impact of historically underestimated audiences. What is WORTHI? WORTHI is a full-service cultural connections agency, where we grow brands and build IP by harnessing the massive influence, buying power and sheer size of underestimated audiences. Our Unique Approach At WORTHI, we implement an ethnographic marketing approach into everything we do. Ethnography is the study of people and cultures, and we steep ourselves in the behaviors and desires of specific communities, and create the cultural relevance between their unique needs, and a brand’s unique story, to create a lasting bond.​ Why? Because these audiences influence and define broader culture and offer inarguable and extensive bottom line value to brands, and ultimately, their business longevity depends on their adoption… This is growth marketing. Full stop. THE JOB. We are looking for a Senior Manager, Entertainment PR (US Hispanic), to join the growing PR team at WORTHI. We are a team of passionate storytellers who understand the social-first nature of PR and how the media landscape is continuing to evolve in the digital frontier inclusive of influencer engagement. As a group of hard working, savvy, resourceful, professionals we connect our clients with targeted audiences reflective of the world we live in today. The Senior Manager, Entertainment PR (US Hispanic) will be supporting the PR department at WORTHI by assisting in the growth of our client roster and being a key driver in daily activities, outreach and execution across the team. The person who will be successful in this role is a strong bilingual communicator (written, verbal and presentation) proficient in both Spanish and English, with a deep rooted understanding of Hispanic culture and its nuances. They’re a passionate, insights-driven storyteller with experience authentically and effectively reaching Latinx audiences for TV/Film campaigns. This person is able to use their excellent organizational and administrative skills to help the team plan for tomorrow and prioritize tasks for today, with a willingness to pitch in outside of their designated responsibilities for the team and client’s success. This person thinks big and understands the social-first nature of PR and how the media landscape is continuing to evolve in the digital frontier inclusive of influencer engagement. They bring innovative, proactive ideas to their teams sparked from their deep understanding of PR and a strong point of view. They will have professional experience working in a fast paced, client-service agency environment. This person will be an energetic, dependable, team player and a self-motivated, resourceful contributor who is excited to learn and grow. Reporting directly to Senior Director, Entertainment PR, your duties will include, but not be limited to, the following: Operating as the strategic client communication lead. Overseeing deliverables for quality and ensuring deadlines are met. Develop and execute media strategies for client campaigns with oversight from leadership. Securing media hits and top-tier coverage reactively and proactively for clients. Building and nurturing relationships with relevant press and key opinion leaders on behalf of the agency and our clients. Managing and mentoring junior teammates investing in their growth and success. Supporting teams and clients on-site at events and other in-person activations. Staying up to date on relevant industry trends and competitor news informing teams and clients of important updates and recommended actions for these opportunities. Occasionally supporting new business needs. Occasional travel, evening or weekend work may be needed based on client needs. Qualifications: An attractive and competitive compensation package A generous and well-rounded benefits program featuring PTO, comprehensive medical benefits, cell phone compensation, 401k and much more Pay Range: $90,000 - $110,000 USD (dependent on skills, experience, and competencies) Disclosures: In order to adjust to changes in our business, it may become necessary to add, remove or modify certain duties and responsibilities, or to reassign you to another job position. From time to time you may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work. Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected. We strive to encourage and support all of our current and prospective employees to achieve their highest potential. No job applicant will receive less favorable treatment on any basis when applying for a career with our team.

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