DCBC & City of Kearney Disposition and Development of City-Owned Lots for Housing RFP 2026
City of KearneyCity · Kearney, NE- Due
- Nov 18, 2026
- 15 days left
- Posted
- Aug 17, 2026
- Primary contact
- Trevor Lee
The 30-second brief
The Development Council for Buffalo County (DCBC) and the City of Kearney seek a partner to develop two residential infill parcels totaling 3 acres. The project aims to address housing shortages through owner-occupied or rental housing.
Cover Letter, Development Narrative, Site and Design Package, Housing Program Information, Development Team Qualifications, Financial Capacity and Feasibility, Purchase Price Proposal, Preliminary Project Timeline, Operations and Maintenance Plan, Required Forms
Housing Impact & Attainability (30), Design & Neighborhood Quality (20), Financial Feasibility (20), Team Capacity & Experience (15), Readiness & Deliverability (10), Land Price (5)
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Summary
The Development Council for Buffalo County (DCBC) and the City of Kearney seek a partner to develop two residential infill parcels totaling 3 acres. The project aims to address housing shortages through owner-occupied or rental housing.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- Cover Letter
- Development Narrative
- Site and Design Package
- Housing Program Information
- Development Team Qualifications
- Financial Capacity and Feasibility
- Purchase Price Proposal
- Preliminary Project Timeline
- Operations and Maintenance Plan
- Required Forms
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Site Information
- Proposal Checklist
- Non-Collusion Certification
- Conflict of Interest Disclosure Statement
- Development Agreement Acknowledgment
- Purchase Price Proposal Form
- Submit to
- 220 11th Ave. Kearney, NE 68845
- Scope location
- Kearney, NE
- Reported agency
- Development Council for Buffalo County
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Kearney?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 18, 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: 220 11th Ave. Kearney, NE 68845. For questions, contact Trevor Lee.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Kearney in NE, 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 Trevor Lee. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Cover Letter, Development Narrative, Site and Design Package, Housing Program Information, Development Team Qualifications, Financial Capacity and Feasibility, Purchase Price Proposal, Preliminary Project Timeline, Operations and Maintenance Plan, Required Forms. 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: "Housing Impact & Attainability (30), Design & Neighborhood Quality (20), Financial Feasibility (20), Team Capacity & Experience (15), Readiness & Deliverability (10), Land Price (5)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Kearney?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Kearney are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Kearney regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 18, 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: Site Information, Proposal Checklist, Non-Collusion Certification, Conflict of Interest Disclosure Statement, Development Agreement Acknowledgment, Purchase Price Proposal Form. Review the full document from City of Kearney for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Kearney, NE. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.