City of Ishpeming - Empire Street Housing Development Opportunity RFP 2026 - W. Empire St
City of IshpemingCity · Ishpeming, MI- Due
- Sep 8, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 14, 2026
- Primary contact
- Randy Scholz
- (906) 485-1091 ext 204
The 30-second brief
The City of Ishpeming is seeking experienced affordable housing developers for the acquisition and development of approximately 5.5 acres of City-owned property located near Empire Street and Lakeshore Drive. The project aims to create a high-quality multi-family housing development, with a potential capacity of 40 or more housing units including workforce housing, LIHTC development, or senior affordable housing. Preferred outcomes include energy-efficient construction, LEED certification, accessible and ADA housing units, and long-term affordability commitments. Proposals are due by September 8, 2026, and will be evaluated based on criteria such as affordable housing experience, financial capability, LIHTC and MSHDA experience, and quality of proposed development.
Affordable housing experience, Financial capability, LIHTC and MSHDA experience, Quality of proposed development, Long-term ownership strategy, Community impact, Development timeline, Ability to secure financing
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Summary
The City of Ishpeming is seeking experienced affordable housing developers for the acquisition and development of approximately 5.5 acres of City-owned property located near Empire Street and Lakeshore Drive.
The project aims to create a high-quality multi-family housing development, with a potential capacity of 40 or more housing units including workforce housing, LIHTC development, or senior affordable housing. Preferred outcomes include energy-efficient construction, LEED certification, accessible and ADA housing units, and long-term affordability commitments. Proposals are due by September 8, 2026, and will be evaluated based on criteria such as affordable housing experience, financial capability, LIHTC and MSHDA experience, and quality of proposed development.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Affordable housing experience
- Financial capability
- LIHTC and MSHDA experience
- Quality of proposed development
- Long-term ownership strategy
- Community impact
- Development timeline
- Ability to secure financing
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Ishpeming, MI
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Ishpeming?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 8, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Randy Scholz.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Ishpeming 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 Randy Scholz at (906) 485-1091 ext 204. 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: "Affordable housing experience, Financial capability, LIHTC and MSHDA experience, Quality of proposed development, Long-term ownership strategy, Community impact, Development timeline, Ability to secur..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Ishpeming?
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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 City of Ishpeming for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Ishpeming, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.