City of Santa Maria - Prohousing Designation Consulting Services RFQ 2026
City of Santa MariaCity · Santa Maria, CA- Due
- Oct 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 8, 2026
- Primary contact
- Kathleen Wilson
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Summary
The City of Santa Maria is seeking quotes from qualified consulting firms to prepare and submit an application on the City's behalf for a Prohousing Designation from the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD).
The selected consultant will evaluate existing housing policies, programs, and permitting processes against HCD criteria, coordinate with City staff, respond to HCD requests, and advise on funding sources such as PLHA and the Prohousing Incentive Pilot. The submission deadline is October 23, 2026, at 11:59 pm PST.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Firm overview and relevant experience
- Summary of proposed approach and estimated timeline
- Fee proposal
- Names and qualifications of key staff assigned to this engagement
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Santa Maria, CA
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Santa Maria?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 23, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Kathleen Wilson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Santa Maria 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 RFQ 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 Kathleen Wilson. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Santa Maria?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Santa Maria are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Santa Maria 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 RFQ?
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: Firm overview and relevant experience, Summary of proposed approach and estimated timeline, Fee proposal, Names and qualifications of key staff assigned to this engagement. Review the full document from City of Santa Maria for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Santa Maria, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.