Delaware State Housing Authority Architectural Services for Shelter Conversion and Renovation Project 2026
State Housing Authority | State of DelawareState Housing Authority · Dover, DE- Due
- Sep 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Stephanie Griffin
- (302) 739-4263
The 30-second brief
The Delaware State Housing Authority solicits proposals from qualified professional architectural firms for architectural services for the design and renovation of properties in Kent County and Sussex County to establish homeless shelters with supportive services. The Kent County property involves the renovation and adaptive reuse of a former hotel at 1570 N. Dupont Highway in Dover, DE, including guest rooms, common areas, and non-hotel spaces such as a medical facility, commercial food kitchen, and community food resource pantry. A site in Sussex County is yet to be determined. The project is funded by CMS/HHS with $157.4 million, with potential HOME and CDBG funds, requiring compliance with federal regulations including Davis-Bacon Act and Section 3. Proposals are due by September 23, 2026, at 3:00 pm, submitted electronically in PDF format to Stephanie Griffin. Written questions are due by September 11, 2026.
Qualifications and relevant experience of the firm and project team, Demonstrated experience with federally funded projects and compliance, Quality and clarity of the proposed project approach, Qualifications of any proposed subcontractors or partner firms, Fee proposal and overall value
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Summary
The Delaware State Housing Authority solicits proposals from qualified professional architectural firms for architectural services for the design and renovation of properties in Kent County and Sussex County to establish homeless shelters with supportive services.
The Kent County property involves the renovation and adaptive reuse of a former hotel at 1570 N. Dupont Highway in Dover, DE, including guest rooms, common areas, and non-hotel spaces such as a medical facility, commercial food kitchen, and community food resource pantry. A site in Sussex County is yet to be determined. The project is funded by CMS/HHS with $157.4 million, with potential HOME and CDBG funds, requiring compliance with federal regulations including Davis-Bacon Act and Section 3. Proposals are due by September 23, 2026, at 3:00 pm, submitted electronically in PDF format to Stephanie Griffin. Written questions are due by September 11, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Qualifications and relevant experience of the firm and project team, Demonstrated experience with federally funded projects and compliance, Quality and clarity of the proposed project approach, Qualifications of any proposed subcontractors or partner firms, Fee proposal and overall value
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
litigation disclosure form, certificate of insurance for professional liability
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Dover, DE
- Reported agency
- Delaware State Housing Authority
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from State Housing Authority | State of Delaware?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 23, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Stephanie Griffin.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including State Housing Authority | State of Delaware in DE, 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 Stephanie Griffin at (302) 739-4263. 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 relevant experience of the firm and project team, Demonstrated experience with federally funded projects and compliance, Quality and clarity of the proposed project approach, Qualif..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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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: litigation disclosure form, certificate of insurance for professional liability. Review the full document from State Housing Authority | State of Delaware for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Dover, DE. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.