City of Seattle Human Services Department - 2026 Homelessness Prevention RFP (2026)
City of SeattleCity · Seattle, WA- Due
- Jul 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 17, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Asma Ahmed
- (206) 686-8357
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Summary
The City of Seattle Human Services Department is seeking applications from qualified organizations to provide homelessness prevention services, emergency rental assistance, housing stabilization, and legal services for households at imminent risk of homelessness.
Approximately $8,046,194 in funding is available across three strategies: Stabilizing Households at Imminent Risk of Homelessness, Intervening in Active Eviction, and Operating the Centralized Front Door. Services must be provided to residents of the City of Seattle with household incomes at or below 50% of Area Median Income. The application deadline is July 15, 2026, at 12:00pm PST.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Application Cover Sheet
- Narrative Response
- Proposal Budget
- Proposal Personnel Detail Budget
- Balance Sheet Report
- Income Statement Report
- Statement of Cash Flow
- Audit Report
- Form 990
- Submit to
- http://web6.seattle.gov/hsd/rfi/index.aspx
- Duration
- 12 months
- 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 July 15, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: http://web6.seattle.gov/hsd/rfi/index.aspx. For questions, contact Asma Ahmed.
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 Asma Ahmed at (206) 686-8357. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Seattle?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Seattle are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Seattle 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 1 year. 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: Application Cover Sheet, Narrative Response, Proposal Budget, Proposal Personnel Detail Budget, Balance Sheet Report, Income Statement Report, Statement of Cash Flow, Audit Report, Form 990. 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.
