City of Redwood City HOME-ARP Supportive Services RFP - 2026
City of RedwoodCity · Redwood City, CA- Due
- Oct 9, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 10, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Madiha Haque
- (650) 780-7229
The 30-second brief
The City of Redwood City is seeking proposals from qualified subrecipients to provide supportive services funded by the HOME Investment Partnerships American Rescue Plan Program (HOME-ARP) in the amount of $1,016,375. Eligible activities include McKinney-Vento Supportive Services, Homelessness Prevention Services, and Housing Counseling Services aimed at Qualifying Populations such as homeless individuals, persons at risk of homelessness, survivors of domestic violence or human trafficking, and those at greatest risk of housing instability. The three-year contract term runs from December 1, 2026, to November 30, 2029. Proposals are due by October 9, 2026, at 5:00 PM PST, following a deadline for questions on September 24, 2026. Required submissions include a proposal coversheet, certification of respondent, supportive service plan, unmet need statement, organizational capacity, project performance data, HOME-ARP service budget, and organization documentation.
Supportive services, Housing navigation, Security deposit assistance, Medium-term financial assistance for rent, McKinney-Vento Supportive Services, Homelessness Prevention Services, Housing Counseling Services
Supportive Service Plan (25 points), Problem Statement/Unmet Need (10 points), Capacity (5 points), Project Performance (10 points), Application quality and completeness (10 points)
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Summary
The City of Redwood City is seeking proposals from qualified subrecipients to provide supportive services funded by the HOME Investment Partnerships American Rescue Plan Program (HOME-ARP) in the amount of $1,016,375.
Eligible activities include McKinney-Vento Supportive Services, Homelessness Prevention Services, and Housing Counseling Services aimed at Qualifying Populations such as homeless individuals, persons at risk of homelessness, survivors of domestic violence or human trafficking, and those at greatest risk of housing instability. The three-year contract term runs from December 1, 2026, to November 30, 2029. Proposals are due by October 9, 2026, at 5:00 PM PST, following a deadline for questions on September 24, 2026. Required submissions include a proposal coversheet, certification of respondent, supportive service plan, unmet need statement, organizational capacity, project performance data, HOME-ARP service budget, and organization documentation.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Supportive services
- Housing navigation
- Security deposit assistance
- Medium-term financial assistance for rent
- McKinney-Vento Supportive Services
- Homelessness Prevention Services
- Housing Counseling Services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Proposal Coversheet
- Certification of Respondent
- Supportive Service Plan
- Problem Statement/Unmet Need
- Capacity
- Project Performance
- HOME-ARP Service Budget
- Organization Information
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Redwood City, CA
- Reported agency
- City of Redwood City
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Redwood?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 9, 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 Madiha Haque.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Redwood in CA, 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 Madiha Haque at (650) 780-7229. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Supportive services, Housing navigation, Security deposit assistance, Medium-term financial assistance for rent, McKinney-Vento Supportive Services, Homelessness Prevention Services, Housing Counseling Services. 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: "Supportive Service Plan (25 points), Problem Statement/Unmet Need (10 points), Capacity (5 points), Project Performance (10 points), Application quality and completeness (10 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Redwood?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Redwood are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Redwood regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. 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: Proposal Coversheet, Certification of Respondent, Supportive Service Plan, Problem Statement/Unmet Need, Capacity, Project Performance, HOME-ARP Service Budget, Organization Information. Review the full document from City of Redwood for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Redwood City, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.