City of Madison Affordable Rental Housing Development: Non-Tax Credit RFP #15030-0-2026
Madison Community Development AuthorityLocal Housing Authority · Madison, WI- Due
- Jun 4, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 23, 2026
- Primary contact
- John Vogt
- (608) 267-0742
The 30-second brief
The City of Madison is soliciting proposals for gap financing to support the construction, preservation, or acquisition/rehab of affordable rental housing for households at or below 60% AMI. Approximately $6 million in total funding is available, with proposals due by June 4, 2026.
Word and Excel Workbook documents, Combined PDF of application materials
Geographic Eligibility, Affordability, Planning Principles, Property Management, Sustainability & Resilience, Design & Accessibility, Development Team & Financial Feasibility, Overall Responsiveness
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Summary
The City of Madison is soliciting proposals for gap financing to support the construction, preservation, or acquisition/rehab of affordable rental housing for households at or below 60% AMI. Approximately $6 million in total funding is available, with proposals due by June 4, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Geographic Eligibility
- Affordability
- Planning Principles
- Property Management
- Sustainability & Resilience
- Design & Accessibility
- Development Team & Financial Feasibility
- Overall Responsiveness
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Word and Excel Workbook documents, Combined PDF of application materials
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Attachment A: Proposal Submission Process
- Attachment B: Affordable Housing Fund Map
- Attachment C-1: Tenant Selection Plan Standards
- Attachment C-2: Affirmative Marketing Plan Standards
- Attachment D: Federal Funding Requirements
- Attachment E: Designation of Confidential and Proprietary Information
- Attachment F: Proposal Submission Checklist
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Madison, WI
- Reported agency
- City of Madison
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Madison Community Development Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 4, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact John Vogt.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Madison Community Development Authority in WI, 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 John Vogt at (608) 267-0742. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Word and Excel Workbook documents, Combined PDF of application materials. 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: "Geographic Eligibility, Affordability, Planning Principles, Property Management, Sustainability & Resilience, Design & Accessibility, Development Team & Financial Feasibility, Overall Responsiveness" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Madison Community Development Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Madison Community Development Authority are tracked and searchable. As a local housing authority agency, Madison Community Development Authority regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Attachment A: Proposal Submission Process, Attachment B: Affordable Housing Fund Map, Attachment C-1: Tenant Selection Plan Standards, Attachment C-2: Affirmative Marketing Plan Standards, Attachment. Review the full document from Madison Community Development 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: Madison, WI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.