Agency Health Department

Contractor African American Leadership Forum

SWIFT Contract Number 184708

Project Name COVID Community Coordinator Project

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Summarize purpose of the contract, including why it was necessary: The purpose of this contract was to provide input to MDH, local public health and other partners about COVID-19 related needs, identify resource gaps and develop solutions in the African-American community for the state COVID-19 response. MDH collaborated with community based agencies for a more effective and comprehensive approach to address COVID-19 issues.

Project Duration

Start Date Thu, 10/01/2020 - 00:00

Original end date Wed, 12/30/2020 - 00:00

Actual end date Wed, 12/30/2020 - 00:00

Did project finish on time? Yes

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Contract Amounts

Original contract: $289937.00

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Contract total $289937.00

Did project finish within budget? Yes

What was the funding source? COVID-19 Minnesota Fund

Is this a sole source contract? No

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Evaluator Name Sandy Johnson

Evaluator Email Address sandy.johnson@state.mn.us

Evaluate the contractor's timeliness The African-American Leadership Forum (AALF) adhered to the necessary guidelines regarding meetings, submission of documentation, (work plans, budgets, summaries and narratives).

Evaluate the contractor's quality AALF has a long-standing relationship in the African-American community focusing on expansion and improving economic, educational and health opportunities for all is key to building a healthier and just community. AALF ensured these core values were represented throughout this project.

Evaluate the contractor's cost AALF estimated cost for this project was well within the guidelines of the contract given the stringent timeline associated with desired outcomes.

Evaluate the contractor's overall performance AALF was able to identify and develop a key relationship with another African-American community organization, Phyllis Wheatley sub-contracted with them to establish an ongoing focus and support for COVID-19 related issues.

Would you engage the contractor's services again? No

Describe any negative action taken during the duration of this contract (i.e., termination, pursuit of suspension, etc.): None

Please rate the overall experience with the contractor 5 - very satisfied