Charter Township of Waterford - Housing Needs Assessment and Housing Study, RFP 26-10 (2026)
Town of Waterford charterCity · Waterford, MI- Due
- Nov 16, 2026
- 13 days left
- Posted
- Oct 26, 2026
- Primary contact
- Gary Allison
- (248) 674-6238
The 30-second brief
Charter Township of Waterford seeks proposals from multidisciplinary consulting firms to prepare a comprehensive Housing Needs Assessment and disaster-resilience-focused Housing Study. The project encompasses housing market analysis, demographic trends, housing affordability, supply and demand, special needs populations, fair housing, and hazard vulnerability assessments aligned with CDBG-DR planning requirements and 24 CFR Part 91. Deliverables include a draft and final housing needs assessment, technical memoranda, hazard-exposure maps, stakeholder engagement summaries, and a prioritized housing action plan. Proposals are due by November 16, 2026, at 2:00 P.M., with questions due by November 9, 2026. Submission requires six hard copies and one electronic copy to the Clerk's Office at 5200 Civic Center Drive, Waterford, Michigan.
Project work plan, Schedule, Data inventory, And engagement plan; Existing conditions and housing-market technical memorandum; Housing vulnerability and resilience analysis; Stakeholder engagement summary and comment-response log; Draft comprehensive Housing Needs Assessment and Housing Study; Final Housing Needs Assessment and Housing Study; Prioritized housing action and implementation matrix; Editable report and presentation files, Searchable PDFs, Source spreadsheets, And GIS files; Final presentation to the Township Board of Trustees or Planning Commission
Demonstrated understanding of the project, Qualifications and experience of the project team, Experience with similar evaluation and assessment projects, Experience administering federally funded projects, Quality of previous work and references, Proposed project schedule, Reasonableness of proposed fees, Overall responsiveness to the Request for Proposals
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Summary
Charter Township of Waterford seeks proposals from multidisciplinary consulting firms to prepare a comprehensive Housing Needs Assessment and disaster-resilience-focused Housing Study.
The project encompasses housing market analysis, demographic trends, housing affordability, supply and demand, special needs populations, fair housing, and hazard vulnerability assessments aligned with CDBG-DR planning requirements and 24 CFR Part 91. Deliverables include a draft and final housing needs assessment, technical memoranda, hazard-exposure maps, stakeholder engagement summaries, and a prioritized housing action plan. Proposals are due by November 16, 2026, at 2:00 P.M., with questions due by November 9, 2026. Submission requires six hard copies and one electronic copy to the Clerk's Office at 5200 Civic Center Drive, Waterford, Michigan.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Demonstrated understanding of the project
- Qualifications and experience of the project team
- Experience with similar evaluation and assessment projects
- Experience administering federally funded projects
- Quality of previous work and references
- Proposed project schedule
- Reasonableness of proposed fees
- Overall responsiveness to the Request for Proposals
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Project work plan, Schedule, Data inventory, And engagement plan
- Existing conditions and housing-market technical memorandum
- Housing vulnerability and resilience analysis
- Stakeholder engagement summary and comment-response log
- Draft comprehensive Housing Needs Assessment and Housing Study
- Final Housing Needs Assessment and Housing Study
- Prioritized housing action and implementation matrix
- Editable report and presentation files, Searchable PDFs, Source spreadsheets, And GIS files
- Final presentation to the Township Board of Trustees or Planning Commission
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Bid Bond or Bid Security
- Certificate(s) of Insurance
- Bidder Information Form
- Bid Price Form
- References
- Subcontractor listing
- Submit to
- Clerk’s Office, 5200 Civic Center Dr., Waterford, Michigan 48329
- Scope location
- Waterford, MI
- Reported agency
- Charter Township of Waterford
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Waterford charter?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 16, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Clerk’s Office, 5200 Civic Center Dr., Waterford, Michigan 48329. For questions, contact Gary Allison.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Waterford charter in MI, 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 Gary Allison at (248) 674-6238. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Project work plan, Schedule, Data inventory, And engagement plan; Existing conditions and housing-market technical memorandum; Housing vulnerability and resilience analysis; Stakeholder engagement summary and comment-response log; Draft comprehensive Housing Needs Assessment and Housing Study; Final. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Demonstrated understanding of the project, Qualifications and experience of the project team, Experience with similar evaluation and assessment projects, Experience administering federally funded proj..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Waterford charter?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 16, 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: Bid Bond or Bid Security, Certificate(s) of Insurance, Bidder Information Form, Bid Price Form, references, subcontractor listing. Review the full document from Town of Waterford charter for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Waterford, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.