City of Winston-Salem Neighborhood Housing Strategy and Resident-Informed Action Plan - RFP2738
City of Winston-SalemCity · Winston-Salem, NC- Due
- Nov 10, 2026
- 12 days left
- Posted
- Oct 13, 2026
- Primary contact
- Michael Blair
The 30-second brief
The City of Winston-Salem, Office of Housing Development seeks proposals from qualified organizations and individuals for consulting services to develop a comprehensive Neighborhood Housing Strategy and Resident-Informed Action Plan (RFP2738). The scope includes community outreach and engagement, public meetings across all eight city wards, a focused housing needs assessment emphasizing East Winston and surrounding areas, a neighborhood housing strategy across four focus areas (homeownership, rental housing, neighborhood revitalization, and wealth building), and a five-year implementation plan. Proposals are due by November 10, 2026, at 4:00 PM, with a statement of interest due October 29, 2026, and final questions due November 2, 2026. Evaluation criteria include proposed work plan and schedule, resident engagement approach, affordable housing experience, team qualifications, and proposed cost.
Resident Engagement Plan, Housing Needs Assessment by Neighborhood, Neighborhood Profiles and Maps, Draft Housing Strategy, Final Housing Strategy, Five-Year Implementation Plan, Presentation to the Affordable Housing Coalition, General Government Committee, And City Council
Proposed Detailed Work Plan and Schedule 20%, Resident Engagement Approach 25%, Affordable Housing Experience 25%, Team Qualifications 15%, Proposed Cost 15%
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Summary
The City of Winston-Salem, Office of Housing Development seeks proposals from qualified organizations and individuals for consulting services to develop a comprehensive Neighborhood Housing Strategy and Resident-Informed Action Plan (RFP2738).
The scope includes community outreach and engagement, public meetings across all eight city wards, a focused housing needs assessment emphasizing East Winston and surrounding areas, a neighborhood housing strategy across four focus areas (homeownership, rental housing, neighborhood revitalization, and wealth building), and a five-year implementation plan. Proposals are due by November 10, 2026, at 4:00 PM, with a statement of interest due October 29, 2026, and final questions due November 2, 2026. Evaluation criteria include proposed work plan and schedule, resident engagement approach, affordable housing experience, team qualifications, and proposed cost.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Proposed Detailed Work Plan and Schedule 20%
- Resident Engagement Approach 25%
- Affordable Housing Experience 25%
- Team Qualifications 15%
- Proposed Cost 15%
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Resident Engagement Plan
- Housing Needs Assessment by Neighborhood
- Neighborhood Profiles and Maps
- Draft Housing Strategy
- Final Housing Strategy
- Five-Year Implementation Plan
- Presentation to the Affordable Housing Coalition
- General Government Committee
- City Council
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Transmittal Letter
- Consultant's Work Plan and Schedule
- Statement of Experience and Qualifications
- Signed addenda
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Winston-Salem, NC
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Winston-Salem?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 10, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Michael Blair.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Winston-Salem in NC, 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 Michael Blair. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Resident Engagement Plan, Housing Needs Assessment by Neighborhood, Neighborhood Profiles and Maps, Draft Housing Strategy, Final Housing Strategy, Five-Year Implementation Plan, Presentation to the Affordable Housing Coalition, General Government Committee, And City Council. 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: "Proposed Detailed Work Plan and Schedule 20%, Resident Engagement Approach 25%, Affordable Housing Experience 25%, Team Qualifications 15%, Proposed Cost 15%" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 10, 2026, 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: Transmittal Letter, Consultant's Work Plan and Schedule, Statement of Experience and Qualifications, signed addenda. Review the full document from City of Winston-Salem for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Winston-Salem, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.