City of St. Petersburg Homeownership Education Counseling Services - RFP-26-300 (2026)
City of St. Petersburg - Police DeptCity Department · FL- Due
- Oct 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 20, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Avery Slyker
- (727) 893-7505
The 30-second brief
The City of St. Petersburg Housing and Community Development Department is seeking proposals from qualified nonprofit organizations to provide comprehensive homebuyer education, housing counseling, financial literacy, and foreclosure prevention services for City residents. Services include neighborhood-level outreach, financial education, an eight-hour HUD-compliant Homeownership Education Course, one-on-one pre-purchase counseling, post-purchase follow-up, and foreclosure prevention/intervention counseling. The contractor will also educate participants about the City's down payment and closing cost assistance programs and assist prospective homebuyers in developing individualized action plans. The initial contract term is three years with one optional two-year renewal. Proposals are due by October 1, 2026, and must be submitted via the OpenGov Procurement portal.
Qualifications and Experience of Firm and Staff (30%), Project Approach (40%), Cost Analysis (20%), Business Enterprise Program Outreach and Utilization (10%)
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Summary
The City of St.
Petersburg Housing and Community Development Department is seeking proposals from qualified nonprofit organizations to provide comprehensive homebuyer education, housing counseling, financial literacy, and foreclosure prevention services for City residents. Services include neighborhood-level outreach, financial education, an eight-hour HUD-compliant Homeownership Education Course, one-on-one pre-purchase counseling, post-purchase follow-up, and foreclosure prevention/intervention counseling. The contractor will also educate participants about the City's down payment and closing cost assistance programs and assist prospective homebuyers in developing individualized action plans. The initial contract term is three years with one optional two-year renewal. Proposals are due by October 1, 2026, and must be submitted via the OpenGov Procurement portal.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Proposal Requirements
- Base Agreement
- Subcontractor Utilization Plan
- Vendor_Reference_Form.pdf
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/stpete
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- St. Petersburg, FL
- Reported agency
- City of St. Petersburg
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of St. Petersburg - Police Dept?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 1, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/stpete. For questions, contact Avery Slyker.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of St. Petersburg - Police Dept in FL, 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 Avery Slyker at (727) 893-7505. 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: "Qualifications and Experience of Firm and Staff (30%), Project Approach (40%), Cost Analysis (20%), Business Enterprise Program Outreach and Utilization (10%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of St. Petersburg - Police Dept?
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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 Requirements, Base Agreement, Subcontractor Utilization Plan, Vendor_Reference_Form.pdf. Review the full document from City of St. Petersburg - Police Dept for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: St. Petersburg, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.