City of Tucson HCD Thrive Storefront Renovation Project RFP 2026
- Due
- Aug 21, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- Denisse Ortega-Loroña
The 30-second brief
The City of Tucson is accepting grant applications for storefront renovations and facade improvements within the Thrive in the 05 area. The program offers up to $500,000 in construction funding and additional historic preservation grants, with applications due by August 21, 2026.
Storefront renovation application, Historic funding request (optional)
Contribution to functional and economically resilient business environment, alignment with Thrive in the 05 and HUD goals, historically appropriate exterior improvements
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Summary
The City of Tucson is accepting grant applications for storefront renovations and facade improvements within the Thrive in the 05 area. The program offers up to $500,000 in construction funding and additional historic preservation grants, with applications due by August 21, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Contribution to functional and economically resilient business environment
- Alignment with Thrive in the 05 and HUD goals
- Historically appropriate exterior improvements
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Storefront renovation application, Historic funding request (optional)
- Submit to
- 310 N Commerce Park Loop, Tucson, AZ 85745 or online at https://arcg.is/1Dr1zb3
- Scope location
- Tucson, AZ
- Reported agency
- City of Tucson
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Housing and Community Development Tucson?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 21, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: 310 N Commerce Park Loop, Tucson, AZ 85745 or online at https://arcg.is/1Dr1zb3. For questions, contact Denisse Ortega-Loroña.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Housing and Community Development Tucson in AZ, 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 Denisse Ortega-Loroña. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Storefront renovation application, Historic funding request (optional). 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: "Contribution to functional and economically resilient business environment, alignment with Thrive in the 05 and HUD goals, historically appropriate exterior improvements" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Housing and Community Development Tucson?
All active and historical solicitations from Housing and Community Development Tucson are tracked and searchable. As a local housing authority agency, Housing and Community Development Tucson 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 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. Review the full document from Housing and Community Development Tucson for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Tucson, AZ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.