Hendry County School District - Affordable Employee Housing RFP 25-00031 - 2024
Hendry County School DistrictSchool · Labelle, FL- Due
- May 27, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 1, 2024
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Tony Busin
- (863) 902-4244
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Hendry County School District is requesting sealed proposals from qualified developers for the design, build, finance, and management of affordable employee housing units on district-owned properties located in LaBelle and Clewiston, Florida. The project entails constructing multifamily apartment complexes under a ground lease term of no more than 15 years, with units leased primarily to HCSD employees at affordable rental rates. Applicants must demonstrate experience in affordable housing development, tax-credit financing, site preparation, and property management. The submission deadline is May 27, 2025, with questions due by May 19, 2025. Evaluation criteria include developer capabilities, experience, knowledge of the local real estate market, price proposals, and overall responsiveness.
Ability of developer to meet or exceed the requirements defined in the RFP: 0-25 points, Experience, qualifications, and references provided: 0-25 points, Knowledge of local Real Estate Market: 0-20 points, Price proposal: 0-20 points, Responsiveness to RFP: 0-10 points
SUMMARY
The Hendry County School District is requesting sealed proposals from qualified developers for the design, build, finance, and management of affordable employee housing units on district-owned properties located in LaBelle and Clewiston, Florida.
The project entails constructing multifamily apartment complexes under a ground lease term of no more than 15 years, with units leased primarily to HCSD employees at affordable rental rates. Applicants must demonstrate experience in affordable housing development, tax-credit financing, site preparation, and property management. The submission deadline is May 27, 2025, with questions due by May 19, 2025. Evaluation criteria include developer capabilities, experience, knowledge of the local real estate market, price proposals, and overall responsiveness.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Ability of developer to meet or exceed the requirements defined in the RFP: 0-25 points, Experience, qualifications, and references provided: 0-25 points, Knowledge of local Real Estate Market: 0-20 points, Price proposal: 0-20 points, Responsiveness to RFP: 0-10 points
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Insurance Requirements form, Attachment A, Debarment form, Attachment B, Drug Free Workplace form, Attachment C, Public Entities Crime form, Attachment D, Scrutinized Company Certification, Attachment E, Foreign Country of Concern Attestation, Attachment F, Vendor Affidavit Regarding the Use of Coercion for Labor and Service, Attachment G, W-9, vendor application
- Submit to
- Hendry County School District Finance Department, Attention: Lynn Willis, 111 Curry Street, LaBelle, FL 33935
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- LaBelle, FL, Clewiston, FL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Hendry County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 27, 2025. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Hendry County School District Finance Department, Attention: Lynn Willis, 111 Curry Street, LaBelle, FL 33935. For questions, contact Tony Busin.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Hendry County School District in FL, 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 Tony Busin at (863) 902-4244. 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: "Ability of developer to meet or exceed the requirements defined in the RFP: 0-25 points, Experience, qualifications, and references provided: 0-25 points, Knowledge of local Real Estate Market: 0-20 p..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Hendry County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Hendry County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Hendry County School District 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.
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: Insurance Requirements form, Attachment A, Debarment form, Attachment B, Drug Free Workplace form, Attachment C, Public Entities Crime form, Attachment D, Scrutinized Company Certification, Attachment. Review the full document from Hendry County School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: LaBelle, FL, Clewiston, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.