Housing Authority City of Elkhart Laundry Services RFP 2026
Housing Authority of the city of ElkhartLocal Housing Authority · Elkhart, IN- Due
- Mar 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 9, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Erik Mathavan
- (574) 296-6958
The 30-second brief
The Housing Authority City of Elkhart (HACE) is seeking proposals for laundry services at its high-rise developments. The RFP outlines the scope of work, submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and contract terms. Proposals must be submitted by March 13, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET.
Profile of Firm Form, Proof of Insurance, Business License, Pricing Sheet/Bid Form, Section 3 Compliance & Program Acknowledgement Form, Financials/Lines of Credit (if requested), List of References, HUD Forms, Company Profile
Experience and Qualifications (15 points), Cost of Service/Commission Rate (50 points), Capacity to Deliver Specified Service (25 points), Quality of References (10 points)
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Summary
The Housing Authority City of Elkhart (HACE) is seeking proposals for laundry services at its high-rise developments. The RFP outlines the scope of work, submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and contract terms. Proposals must be submitted by March 13, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Profile of Firm Form
- Proof of Insurance
- Business License
- Pricing Sheet/Bid Form
- Section 3 Compliance & Program Acknowledgement Form
- Financials/Lines of Credit (if requested)
- List of References
- HUD Forms
- Company Profile
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Scope of Work
- Proposed Rates/Commission Structure
- HUD 5369-B
- HUD form 5370-C 2
- HUD Maintenance Wage Rates
- Section 3 Plan
- Section 3 Compliance & Program Acknowledgement Form
- HUD 50070-Certification of Drug Free Workplace
- Profile of Firm Form
- Submit to
- 1396 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN 46516
- Scope location
- Elkhart, Indiana
- Reported agency
- Housing Authority City of Elkhart
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Housing Authority of the city of Elkhart?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 13, 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: 1396 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN 46516. For questions, contact Erik Mathavan.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Housing Authority of the city of Elkhart in IN, 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 Erik Mathavan at (574) 296-6958. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Profile of Firm Form, Proof of Insurance, Business License, Pricing Sheet/Bid Form, Section 3 Compliance & Program Acknowledgement Form, Financials/Lines of Credit (if requested), List of References, HUD Forms, Company Profile. 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: "Experience and Qualifications (15 points), Cost of Service/Commission Rate (50 points), Capacity to Deliver Specified Service (25 points), Quality of References (10 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Housing Authority of the city of Elkhart?
All active and historical solicitations from Housing Authority of the city of Elkhart are tracked and searchable. As a local housing authority agency, Housing Authority of the city of Elkhart 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: Scope of Work, Proposed Rates/Commission Structure, HUD 5369-B, HUD form 5370-C 2, HUD Maintenance Wage Rates, Section 3 Plan, Section 3 Compliance & Program Acknowledgement Form, HUD 50070-Certificat. Review the full document from Housing Authority of the city of Elkhart for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Elkhart, Indiana. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.