Bristol Housing Authority IT Services Request for Proposals 2026 - Network Infrastructure Support
Bristol Housing AuthorityLocal Housing Authority · Bristol, RI- Due
- Nov 23, 2026
- 19 days left
- Posted
- Oct 19, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- M. Candace Pansa
- (401) 253-4464 ext 14
The 30-second brief
The Bristol Housing Authority is soliciting proposals from qualified firms to provide IT support and technical services for the existing network infrastructure, including 26 buildings, 193 units of Public Housing, and 200 Housing Choice Vouchers under Section 8 Program. Scope encompasses 24x7x365 monitoring and alerting for switches, routers, firewall, wireless hardware, data backup, antivirus, and camera infrastructure, remote cloud data backup, PBX server and VoIP telephone system support, Tier I and II engineering, automated response, and diagnostic review. Vendors must demonstrate technical proficiency with major vendors including Dell, HP, Axis, SonicWALL, and Ubiquity systems. Submission deadline is November 23, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST, with written inquiries due by November 9, 2026. The contract term is three years.
Letter of Interest - 3%, Technical Approach - 40%, IT Credentials Governance Commitment - 12%, Demonstrated Experience - 25%, Cost - 20%
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Summary
The Bristol Housing Authority is soliciting proposals from qualified firms to provide IT support and technical services for the existing network infrastructure, including 26 buildings, 193 units of Public Housing, and 200 Housing Choice Vouchers under Section 8 Program.
Scope encompasses 24x7x365 monitoring and alerting for switches, routers, firewall, wireless hardware, data backup, antivirus, and camera infrastructure, remote cloud data backup, PBX server and VoIP telephone system support, Tier I and II engineering, automated response, and diagnostic review. Vendors must demonstrate technical proficiency with major vendors including Dell, HP, Axis, SonicWALL, and Ubiquity systems. Submission deadline is November 23, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST, with written inquiries due by November 9, 2026. The contract term is three years.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Letter of Interest - 3%
- Technical Approach - 40%
- IT Credentials Governance Commitment - 12%
- Demonstrated Experience - 25%
- Cost - 20%
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Company Information
- Client References
- Fair Employment Practice Statement
- Contingent Fees Statement
- Non-Collusive Affidavit
- Certification for Contracts Grants Loan and Cooperative Agreement
- HUD form 5369-B
- HUD form 5370-EZ
- Submit to
- Bristol Housing Authority Office, 1014 Hope Street, Bristol, RI 02809
- Scope location
- Bristol, RI
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Bristol Housing Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 23, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Bristol Housing Authority Office, 1014 Hope Street, Bristol, RI 02809. For questions, contact M. Candace Pansa.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Bristol Housing Authority in RI, 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 M. Candace Pansa at (401) 253-4464 ext 14. 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: "Letter of Interest - 3%, Technical Approach - 40%, IT Credentials Governance Commitment - 12%, Demonstrated Experience - 25%, Cost - 20%" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Bristol Housing Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Bristol Housing Authority are tracked and searchable. As a local housing authority agency, Bristol Housing Authority 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 23, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Company Information, Client References, Fair Employment Practice Statement, Contingent Fees Statement, Non-Collusive Affidavit, Certification for Contracts Grants Loan and Cooperative Agreement, HUD f. Review the full document from Bristol Housing Authority for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Bristol, RI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.