City of Seattle - Affordable Housing Nexus Study for Mandatory Housing Affordability Requirements - OPCD-RFP-PC026-026 (2026)
City of SeattleCity · Seattle, WA- Due
- Nov 11, 2026
- 4 days left
- Posted
- Nov 2, 2026
- Primary contact
- Brennon Staley
- (206) 684-4625
The 30-second brief
The City of Seattle is seeking proposals for an Affordable Housing Nexus Study for Mandatory Housing Affordability (MHA) Requirements under solicitation OPCD-RFP-PC026-026. The purpose of the study is to quantify the demand for affordable housing created by certain market-rate residential development prototypes, analyzing up to 8 development prototypes across up to 4 geographic market strength areas and 2 AMI ranges. The scope of work includes project kickoff, market overview and affordability analysis, residential demand analysis using economic models such as IMPLAN, and preparation of a concise summary report and calculation tables. Proposals are due by November 10, 2026, at 5:00 pm, with questions due by November 5, 2026, at 5:00 pm. Submission must be completed electronically via the e-procurement portal. Evaluation criteria prioritize experience with affordable housing nexus studies (40 points), project approach (30 points), project team (10 points), and cost (10 points). Minimum qualifications require consultants to have completed an affordable housing nexus study for another municipality in the past 10 years.
Summary report as a static document such as a PDF; Tables showing calculations used to generate the report
Experience with affordable housing nexus studies (40%), Project Approach (33.3%), Project Team (11.1%), Cost (11.1%)
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Summary
The City of Seattle is seeking proposals for an Affordable Housing Nexus Study for Mandatory Housing Affordability (MHA) Requirements under solicitation OPCD-RFP-PC026-026.
The purpose of the study is to quantify the demand for affordable housing created by certain market-rate residential development prototypes, analyzing up to 8 development prototypes across up to 4 geographic market strength areas and 2 AMI ranges. The scope of work includes project kickoff, market overview and affordability analysis, residential demand analysis using economic models such as IMPLAN, and preparation of a concise summary report and calculation tables. Proposals are due by November 10, 2026, at 5:00 pm, with questions due by November 5, 2026, at 5:00 pm. Submission must be completed electronically via the e-procurement portal. Evaluation criteria prioritize experience with affordable housing nexus studies (40 points), project approach (30 points), project team (10 points), and cost (10 points). Minimum qualifications require consultants to have completed an affordable housing nexus study for another municipality in the past 10 years.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Experience with affordable housing nexus studies (40%)
- Project Approach (33.3%)
- Project Team (11.1%)
- Cost (11.1%)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Summary report as a static document such as a PDF; Tables showing calculations used to generate the report
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Seattle Business License
- State of Washington Business License
- Evidence of Insurance
- Form W-9
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/seattle/projects/322116
- Scope location
- Seattle, WA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Seattle?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 11, 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: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/seattle/projects/322116. For questions, contact Brennon Staley.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Seattle 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 Brennon Staley at (206) 684-4625. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Summary report as a static document such as a PDF; Tables showing calculations used to generate the report. 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: "Experience with affordable housing nexus studies (40%), Project Approach (33.3%), Project Team (11.1%), Cost (11.1%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
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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: Seattle Business License, State of Washington Business License, Evidence of Insurance, Form W-9. Review the full document from City of Seattle for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Seattle, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.