Harris County Emergency Solutions Grants Program Services RFP 2026 - PY2027 ESG
Harris CountyCounty · Houston, TX- Due
- Dec 4, 2026
- 23 days left
- Posted
- Oct 19, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Housing And Community Development
- (713) 274-5673
The 30-second brief
Harris County Housing and Community Development seeks qualified organizations to provide homeless services including street outreach, emergency shelter, homeless prevention, and rapid re-housing for at-risk or homeless individuals and families. The project is funded through the Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) Program and federal grant monies, supporting the 2024-2028 Consolidated Plan. The anticipated contract term runs from October 1, 2027, to September 30, 2028, with an estimated funding amount of $1,200,000. Submissions are due by December 4, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST via the PY2027 ESG Application Portal. A virtual pre-proposal conference is scheduled for October 27, 2026, at 10:00 AM, with technical assistance available from November 2 to November 13, 2026. Requirements include compliance with federal 2 CFR 200, Section 3 of the HUD Act of 1968, Davis-Bacon prevailing wages, and MWBE/HUB participation goals.
Application Information (5 points), Organizational Capacity (25 points), Project Information (15 points), Statement of Work/Scope of Services (25 points), Finance Capacity (30 points), Past Performance (10* points)
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Summary
Harris County Housing and Community Development seeks qualified organizations to provide homeless services including street outreach, emergency shelter, homeless prevention, and rapid re-housing for at-risk or homeless individuals and families.
The project is funded through the Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) Program and federal grant monies, supporting the 2024-2028 Consolidated Plan. The anticipated contract term runs from October 1, 2027, to September 30, 2028, with an estimated funding amount of $1,200,000. Submissions are due by December 4, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST via the PY2027 ESG Application Portal. A virtual pre-proposal conference is scheduled for October 27, 2026, at 10:00 AM, with technical assistance available from November 2 to November 13, 2026. Requirements include compliance with federal 2 CFR 200, Section 3 of the HUD Act of 1968, Davis-Bacon prevailing wages, and MWBE/HUB participation goals.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Attachment 1
- Application & Addenda Acknowledgement
- Form SF-330 – Architect-Engineer Qualifications
- Subcontractor Listing Form
- Section 3 Utilization Plan & Statement of Compliance
- Certification of Compliance with Federal Standards & Requirements
- Certification Regarding Lobbying
- Statement of Offeror Qualifications
- Submit to
- https://HCD.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/FundingOpportunities.aspx
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Harris County, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Harris County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 4, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://HCD.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/FundingOpportunities.aspx. For questions, contact Housing And Community Development.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Harris County in TX, 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 Housing And Community Development at (713) 274-5673. 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: "Application Information (5 points), Organizational Capacity (25 points), Project Information (15 points), Statement of Work/Scope of Services (25 points), Finance Capacity (30 points), Past Performanc..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Harris County?
All active and historical solicitations from Harris County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Harris County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 4, 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: Attachment 1, Application & Addenda Acknowledgement,Form SF-330 – Architect-Engineer Qualifications,Subcontractor Listing Form,Section 3 Utilization Plan & Statement of Compliance,Certification of Com. Review the full document from Harris County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Harris County, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.