City of Spokane and Spokane County - Regional Housing and Homeless Services Joint Request for Proposals - 2027-2029
City of SpokaneCity · Spokane, WA- Due
- Jan 8, 2027
- 54 days left
- Posted
- Nov 2, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Chhs Operations Manager
The 30-second brief
The City of Spokane and Spokane County are soliciting proposals from qualified organizations for operations and coordination of homeless services projects within Spokane County for the 2027-2029 period. Funded project types include emergency shelter, transitional housing, rapid re-housing, homelessness prevention, permanent supportive housing, street outreach, coordinated entry navigation, supportive services only, day drop-in centers, and housing and essential needs (HEN). The approximate available funding is $39,257,637 supported by local document recording fees, HUD ESG, and Washington State Department of Commerce grants including CHG and HEN. Applications are due by January 8, 2027, at 11:59 PM via the Neighborly Application Platform Portal. Mandatory technical assistance workshops are scheduled for November 19, 2026, and December 15, 2026.
Organizational Capacity and Compliance History (20 points), Performance (20 points), Project Design and Scope (40 points), Budget (20 points)
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Summary
The City of Spokane and Spokane County are soliciting proposals from qualified organizations for operations and coordination of homeless services projects within Spokane County for the 2027-2029 period.
Funded project types include emergency shelter, transitional housing, rapid re-housing, homelessness prevention, permanent supportive housing, street outreach, coordinated entry navigation, supportive services only, day drop-in centers, and housing and essential needs (HEN). The approximate available funding is $39,257,637 supported by local document recording fees, HUD ESG, and Washington State Department of Commerce grants including CHG and HEN. Applications are due by January 8, 2027, at 11:59 PM via the Neighborly Application Platform Portal. Mandatory technical assistance workshops are scheduled for November 19, 2026, and December 15, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Updated Risk Assessment
- Certificate of Insurance
- City of Spokane Business Registration
- Debarment and Suspension Certification
- New Vendor Request Form
- Vendor ACH Form
- IRS W9 Form
- Universal Entity Identifier (UEI) number
- Submit to
- https://www.my.spokanecity.org/CHHS
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope location
- Spokane, WA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Spokane?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 8, 2027. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.my.spokanecity.org/CHHS. For questions, contact Chhs Operations Manager.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Spokane 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 Chhs Operations Manager. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Organizational Capacity and Compliance History (20 points), Performance (20 points), Project Design and Scope (40 points), Budget (20 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Spokane?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Spokane are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Spokane 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 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of January 8, 2027, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Updated Risk Assessment, Certificate of Insurance, City of Spokane Business Registration, Debarment and Suspension Certification, New Vendor Request Form, Vendor ACH Form, IRS W9 Form, Universal Entit. Review the full document from City of Spokane for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Spokane, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
