City of Clifton Community Development Specialist Planning and Technical Services RFP 27-003
City of CliftonCity · Clifton, NJ- Due
- Oct 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 4, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Amisha Jariwala
The 30-second brief
The City of Clifton is soliciting proposals for Community Development Specialists to provide planning and technical services for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) activities and other federal funding applications. The scope of work includes preparing the Year 53 Action Plan (2027-2028), Environmental Reviews for Year 53 projects via HUD's HERO's program, planning surveys for eligible areas, and preparing the Year 52 CAPER and Grantee performance reports using HUD IDIS and Esnaps. Consultants must be trained in HUD's Integrated Disbursement & Information System (IDIS) with at least one year of experience. Proposals are due by October 6, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. to the Clifton Community Development Office. The contract term is for one year.
Year 53 Action Plan, Environmental Reviews, Planning Surveys, Year 52 CAPER, Grantee performance reports, Section 3 reporting, Bi-weekly drawdowns
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Summary
The City of Clifton is soliciting proposals for Community Development Specialists to provide planning and technical services for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) activities and other federal funding applications.
The scope of work includes preparing the Year 53 Action Plan (2027-2028), Environmental Reviews for Year 53 projects via HUD's HERO's program, planning surveys for eligible areas, and preparing the Year 52 CAPER and Grantee performance reports using HUD IDIS and Esnaps. Consultants must be trained in HUD's Integrated Disbursement & Information System (IDIS) with at least one year of experience. Proposals are due by October 6, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. to the Clifton Community Development Office. The contract term is for one year.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Year 53 Action Plan
- Environmental Reviews
- Planning Surveys
- Year 52 CAPER
- Grantee performance reports
- Section 3 reporting
- Bi-weekly drawdowns
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
12- Corporate Disclosure
- Business Registration Certificate
- Disclosure Statement
- Stockholder Disclosure Certification
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Affirmative Action Employee Information Certificate
- Americans with Disabilities Act Language
- Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran
- Certification of Non-Involvement in Prohibited Activities in Russia or Belarus
- List of qualifications
- List of references
- List of experience in CDBG funded programs
- Submit to
- Clifton Community Development Office, City of Clifton, 900 Clifton Avenue, Clifton, New Jersey 07013
- Scope location
- Clifton, NJ
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Clifton?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 6, 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: Clifton Community Development Office, City of Clifton, 900 Clifton Avenue, Clifton, New Jersey 07013. For questions, contact Amisha Jariwala.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Clifton in NJ, 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 Amisha Jariwala. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Year 53 Action Plan, Environmental Reviews, Planning Surveys, Year 52 CAPER, Grantee performance reports, Section 3 reporting, Bi-weekly drawdowns. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Corporate Disclosure, Business Registration Certificate, Disclosure Statement, Stockholder Disclosure Certification, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Affirmative Action Employee Information Certificate, Ameri. Review the full document from City of Clifton for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Clifton, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.