City of Port Townsend - Evans Vista Neighborhood Development Partnership - RFP 2026
City of Port TownsendCity · Port Townsend, WA- Due
- Sep 4, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 8, 2026
- Primary contact
- Renata Munfrada
- (360) 385-3000
The 30-second brief
The City of Port Townsend, Washington, seeks proposals from shortlisted development teams for the Evans Vista Neighborhood Development Partnership Request for Proposals (RFP). The project involves developing a City-owned site of approximately 14 acres located near the Rainier Street roundabout along Sims Way to deliver approximately 321 residential units, including multifamily and townhome forms, vertical mixed-use, and neighborhood-serving commercial uses. Proposals must provide a minimum of twenty-five percent (25%) of all residential units as income-restricted affordable housing serving households earning eighty percent (80%) of Area Median Income (AMI) or below for a minimum affordability period of twenty-five (25) years. Required submittals include an executive summary, development team qualifications, refined site development plan, phase 1 development plan and phasing strategy, housing and affordability plan, operations and compliance plan, financial feasibility package, development schedule, and community benefits plan. The submission deadline is September 4, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time.
Refined site development plan, Phase 1 development program, Infrastructure and phasing strategy, Affordability program, Ownership and operations structure, Financing plan, Development budget, Implementation schedule, Evidence of organizational and financial capacity
Affordability & Housing Outcomes (15 Points), Site Development Plan & Urban Design Quality (15 Points), Phasing & Infrastructure Implementation (15 Points), Financial Feasibility & Funding Strategy (15 Points), Development Team Qualifications & Experience (10 Points), Operations, Asset Management & Compliance (10 Points), Implementation Strategy & Contractual Readiness (15 Points), Community Benefits & Neighborhood-Serving Amenities (5 Points)
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Summary
The City of Port Townsend, Washington, seeks proposals from shortlisted development teams for the Evans Vista Neighborhood Development Partnership Request for Proposals (RFP).
The project involves developing a City-owned site of approximately 14 acres located near the Rainier Street roundabout along Sims Way to deliver approximately 321 residential units, including multifamily and townhome forms, vertical mixed-use, and neighborhood-serving commercial uses. Proposals must provide a minimum of twenty-five percent (25%) of all residential units as income-restricted affordable housing serving households earning eighty percent (80%) of Area Median Income (AMI) or below for a minimum affordability period of twenty-five (25) years. Required submittals include an executive summary, development team qualifications, refined site development plan, phase 1 development plan and phasing strategy, housing and affordability plan, operations and compliance plan, financial feasibility package, development schedule, and community benefits plan. The submission deadline is September 4, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Refined site development plan
- Phase 1 development program
- Infrastructure and phasing strategy
- Affordability program
- Ownership and operations structure
- Financing plan
- Development budget
- Implementation schedule
- Evidence of organizational and financial capacity
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Port Townsend, WA
- Projected sq ft
- 14 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Port Townsend?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 4, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Renata Munfrada.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Port Townsend in WA, 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 Renata Munfrada at (360) 385-3000. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Refined site development plan, Phase 1 development program, Infrastructure and phasing strategy, Affordability program, Ownership and operations structure, Financing plan, Development budget, Implementation schedule, Evidence of organizational and financial capacity. 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: "Affordability & Housing Outcomes (15 Points), Site Development Plan & Urban Design Quality (15 Points), Phasing & Infrastructure Implementation (15 Points), Financial Feasibility & Funding Strategy (1..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Port Townsend?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Port Townsend are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Port Townsend 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 Port Townsend for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Port Townsend, WA. The total projected area is 14 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.