City of Muskegon Housing Development RFP 2024
City of MuskegonCity · Muskegon, MI- Due
- Feb 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 16, 2024
- Primary contact
- Jake Eckholm
- (231) 724-6780
The 30-second brief
The City of Muskegon, on behalf of Muskegon County, is seeking a capable and experienced development partner for a county-owned property at 90 Hartford in downtown Muskegon for a higher density housing project. The project aims to provide housing units affordable to residents making between 30-120% AMI.
Letter of Interest, Site Concept and Renderings, Commitment to affordability units, Financial Proposal, Development Team Information, Past Projects/Portfolio
Alignment with City's affordability goals (30–120% AMI), Quality and feasibility of design and construction, Developer experience and financial capacity, Community benefits, including walkability, sustainability, and accessibility - Proposed timeline and ability to proceed expeditiously
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Summary
The City of Muskegon, on behalf of Muskegon County, is seeking a capable and experienced development partner for a county-owned property at 90 Hartford in downtown Muskegon for a higher density housing project.
The project aims to provide housing units affordable to residents making between 30-120% AMI.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Alignment with City's affordability goals (30–120% AMI)
- Quality and feasibility of design and construction
- Developer experience and financial capacity
- Community benefits
- Including walkability
- Sustainability
- Accessibility - Proposed timeline and ability to proceed expeditiously
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Letter of Interest
- Site Concept and Renderings
- Commitment to affordability units
- Financial Proposal
- Development Team Information
- Past Projects/Portfolio
- Submit to
- 933 Terrace, Muskegon Michigan 49440
- Scope location
- Muskegon, Michigan
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Muskegon?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 2, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: 933 Terrace, Muskegon Michigan 49440. For questions, contact Jake Eckholm.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Muskegon 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 Jake Eckholm at (231) 724-6780. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Letter of Interest, Site Concept and Renderings, Commitment to affordability units, Financial Proposal, Development Team Information, Past Projects/Portfolio. 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: "Alignment with City's affordability goals (30–120% AMI), Quality and feasibility of design and construction, Developer experience and financial capacity, Community benefits, including walkability, sus..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Muskegon?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Muskegon are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Muskegon 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. Review the full document from City of Muskegon for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Muskegon, Michigan. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.