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Yuba County logoYuba County
Due
Feb 10, 2026
Deadline passed
Posted
Jan 27, 2026
Contract term
55 years
Primary contact
Ian Scott
(530) 749-5481

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What they're buying

The County of Yuba is seeking for-profit and nonprofit housing developers to propose the use of 2021 PLHA (Permanent Local Housing Allocation) funds totaling $409,093.00 as gap funding for the development, acquisition, rehabilitation, and preservation of affordable multifamily rental housing. Projects will serve residents at 80% Area Median Income (AMI) or less in unincorporated Yuba County, with priority populations including seniors, older adults, people with disabilities, and families. Funding will be provided as a fully deferred, low-interest loan with a 55-year term, secured by a Deed of Trust and Regulatory Agreement. Proposals are due by February 10, 2026, at 5:00 pm PDT, with questions due by February 3, 2026. Submissions must be made via OpenGov or delivered to the Community Development and Services Agency in Marysville, CA. Evaluation criteria include SOQ/developer experience, project description and readiness, proposed development schedule, anticipated financial parameters and pro forma, community outreach, and operations plan.

How it's scored

SOQ: Overall Affordable housing development track record, experience of staff, capacity (20), Project Description Information: readiness, site control, zoning, large families/special needs (20), Proposed Development Schedule: ability to expend funds, reasonable schedule (20), Anticipated Financial Parameters/Pro forma: costs, rents, operating costs, reserves, cash flow, funding plan (20), Community Outreach: neighborhood input, strategy (10), Operations Plan: management, compliance, financial solvency, experience (10), Bonus Points: supportive services, partnerships (10)

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Summary

The County of Yuba is seeking for-profit and nonprofit housing developers to propose the use of 2021 PLHA (Permanent Local Housing Allocation) funds totaling $409,093.00 as gap funding for the development, acquisition, rehabilitation, and preservation of affordable multifamily rental housing.

Projects will serve residents at 80% Area Median Income (AMI) or less in unincorporated Yuba County, with priority populations including seniors, older adults, people with disabilities, and families. Funding will be provided as a fully deferred, low-interest loan with a 55-year term, secured by a Deed of Trust and Regulatory Agreement. Proposals are due by February 10, 2026, at 5:00 pm PDT, with questions due by February 3, 2026. Submissions must be made via OpenGov or delivered to the Community Development and Services Agency in Marysville, CA. Evaluation criteria include SOQ/developer experience, project description and readiness, proposed development schedule, anticipated financial parameters and pro forma, community outreach, and operations plan.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

SOQ: Overall Affordable housing development track record
Experience of staff
Capacity20
Project Description Information: readiness
Site control
Zoning
Large families/special needs20
Proposed Development Schedule: ability to expend funds
Reasonable schedule20
Anticipated Financial Parameters/Pro forma: costs
Rents
Operating costs
Reserves
Cash flow
Funding plan20
Community Outreach: neighborhood input
Strategy10
Operations Plan: management
Compliance
Financial solvency
Experience10
Bonus Points: supportive services
Partnerships10
Submit to
https://procurement.opengov.com/governments/531/projects/229617
Scope location
Marysville, CA
Reported agency
County of Yuba

Questions about this RFP

How do I respond to this RFP from Yuba County?

Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 10, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/governments/531/projects/229617. For questions, contact Ian Scott.

Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?

Most government agencies, including Yuba County in CA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.

What happens after the RFP submission deadline?

After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.

Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?

Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Ian Scott at (530) 749-5481. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.

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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?

This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "SOQ: Overall Affordable housing development track record, experience of staff, capacity (20), Project Description Information: readiness, site control, zoning, large families/special needs (20), Propo..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.

Where can I find more RFPs from Yuba County?

All active and historical solicitations from Yuba County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Yuba County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.

What is the contract term for this solicitation?

The anticipated contract term is 55 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.

What documents are required to bid on this RFP?

Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. Review the full document from Yuba County for the complete list.

What is the scope of this project?

This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Marysville, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.

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