Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission - Consulting Services for Regional and Municipal Housing Needs Assessment and Planning - RFQ 2026
Chittenden County RPCMPO · Winooski, VT- Due
- Dec 1, 2026
- 16 days left
- Posted
- Nov 3, 2026
- Primary contact
- Anne Nelson Stoner
The 30-second brief
The Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission (CCRPC) seeks a qualified consultant for regional and municipal housing needs assessment and planning, including a regional plan housing element compliant with 24 V.S.A. 4348a(a)(9) with regional and 19 municipal housing profiles, an explanatory report and materials for economic and demographic trends and forecasts, and a municipal housing action plan for South Burlington. Submissions are due by December 1, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST via email to Anne Nelson Stoner at [email protected]. Questions are due by November 16, 2026, with answers posted by November 18, 2026. Required deliverables include a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) not exceeding 15 pages, a separate Cost Proposal with hourly rates and overhead/fee, and a Contractor Financial Background Questionnaire. Evaluation criteria include responsiveness (10 points), overall understanding (20 points), qualifications of contractor and personnel (30 points), and proven record of completing similar projects (40 points).
Responsiveness to the RFQ: 10 points, Overall understanding and firm's perspective of work to be completed related housing and housing needs assessments: 20 points, Qualifications of the contractor and assigned personnel related to housing and housing needs assessments: 30 points, Proven record of successfully completing similar projects: 40 points
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Summary
The Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission (CCRPC) seeks a qualified consultant for regional and municipal housing needs assessment and planning, including a regional plan housing element compliant with 24 V.S.A. 4348a(a)(9) with regional and 19 municipal housing profiles, an explanatory report and materials for economic and demographic trends and forecasts, and a municipal housing action plan for South Burlington.
Submissions are due by December 1, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST via email to Anne Nelson Stoner at [email protected]. Questions are due by November 16, 2026, with answers posted by November 18, 2026. Required deliverables include a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) not exceeding 15 pages, a separate Cost Proposal with hourly rates and overhead/fee, and a Contractor Financial Background Questionnaire. Evaluation criteria include responsiveness (10 points), overall understanding (20 points), qualifications of contractor and personnel (30 points), and proven record of completing similar projects (40 points).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Responsiveness to the RFQ: 10 points, Overall understanding and firm's perspective of work to be completed related housing and housing needs assessments: 20 points, Qualifications of the contractor and assigned personnel related to housing and housing needs assessments: 30 points, Proven record of successfully completing similar projects: 40 points
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Statement of Qualifications
- Cost Proposal
- Contractor Financial Background Questionnaire
- Insurance certificate
- W9
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Chittenden County, VT
- Reported agency
- Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Chittenden County RPC?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 1, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Anne Nelson Stoner.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Chittenden County RPC in VT, 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 RFQ 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 Anne Nelson Stoner. 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: "Responsiveness to the RFQ: 10 points, Overall understanding and firm's perspective of work to be completed related housing and housing needs assessments: 20 points, Qualifications of the contractor an..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 1, 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 RFQ?
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: Statement of Qualifications, Cost Proposal, Contractor Financial Background Questionnaire, insurance certificate, W9. Review the full document from Chittenden County RPC for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Chittenden County, VT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
