Executive Office of Housing & Livable Communities - Fair Housing Trust Fund - BD-26-1076-OCDDE-OCD01-124739 (2026)
Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities | Commonwealth of MassachusettsState · Boston, MA- Due
- Mar 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 18, 2026
- Primary contact
- Bob Glover
- (617) 573-1260
The 30-second brief
The Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC) seeks proposals for the Fair Housing Trust Fund (FHTF) under solicitation BD-26-1076-OCDDE-OCD01-124739. The scope supports initiatives that eliminate housing discrimination, educate residents and landlords, strengthen enforcement of state and federal fair housing laws, expand housing access, build capacity, conduct research, and provide policy advocacy. Total funds available are up to $1,000,000, with maximum awards up to $500,000 per award. Proposals were due through COMMBUYS by March 13, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Evaluation criteria emphasize quality and clarity of proposed activities, theory of change and outcomes, timeline and implementation plan, organizational capacity and experience, partnerships, and evaluation, data, and learning.
Quality and Clarity of Proposed Activities (30 points), Theory of Change and Outcomes (20 points), Timeline and Implementation Plan (15 points), Organizational Capacity and Experience (15 points), Partnerships (10 points), Evaluation, Data, and Learning (10 points)
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Summary
The Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC) seeks proposals for the Fair Housing Trust Fund (FHTF) under solicitation BD-26-1076-OCDDE-OCD01-124739.
The scope supports initiatives that eliminate housing discrimination, educate residents and landlords, strengthen enforcement of state and federal fair housing laws, expand housing access, build capacity, conduct research, and provide policy advocacy. Total funds available are up to $1,000,000, with maximum awards up to $500,000 per award. Proposals were due through COMMBUYS by March 13, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Evaluation criteria emphasize quality and clarity of proposed activities, theory of change and outcomes, timeline and implementation plan, organizational capacity and experience, partnerships, and evaluation, data, and learning.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Cover Sheet
- Applicant Background Information
- Project Scope of Work
- Program Design
- Timeline
- Theory of Change
- Proposed Budget
- Itemized Budget Detail
- Project budget narrative
- Submit to
- www.commbuys.com
- Scope location
- Boston, MA
- Reported agency
- Executive Office of Housing & Livable Communities
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities | Commonwealth of Massachusetts?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 13, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: www.commbuys.com. For questions, contact Bob Glover.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities | Commonwealth of Massachusetts in MA, 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 Bob Glover at (617) 573-1260. 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: "Quality and Clarity of Proposed Activities (30 points), Theory of Change and Outcomes (20 points), Timeline and Implementation Plan (15 points), Organizational Capacity and Experience (15 points), Par..." 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: Cover Sheet, Applicant Background Information, Project Scope of Work, Program Design, Timeline, and Theory of Change, Proposed Budget, Itemized Budget Detail, Project budget narrative. Review the full document from Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities | Commonwealth of Massachusetts for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Boston, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
