Housing Authority of the County of Kern Affordable Housing Management Agent Services RFP 2026
Housing Authority of the county of Kern, Bakersfield, CA·Local Housing Authority
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- Reported Agency
- Housing Authority of the County of Kern
- Primary Contact
- Stephen Pelz
- Contract Term
- 3 years
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope Location
- Kern County
- Submission Address
- [email protected]
SUMMARY
Seeks an Affordable Housing Management Agent to assume full responsibility for the day-to-day administrative, financial, operational, and maintenance oversight of designated properties within the AUTHORITY affordable housing portfolio, which includes 448 units across 15 properties.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Management Experience & Expertise, Proposed Management Plan, Fee Proposal & Cost-Effectiveness, References and Past Performance
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Executive Summary, Organizational Qualifications, Management Plan, Staffing Plan & Experience, Fee Proposal, References
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Certificates of Insurance
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this RFP from Housing Authority of the county of Kern?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 27, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Stephen Pelz.
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Management Experience & Expertise, Proposed Management Plan, Fee Proposal & Cost-Effectiveness, References and Past Performance" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Housing Authority of the county of Kern?
All active and historical solicitations from Housing Authority of the county of Kern are tracked and searchable. As a local housing authority agency, Housing Authority of the county of Kern 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 3 years. 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: Certificates of Insurance. Review the full document from Housing Authority of the county of Kern for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Housing Authority of the county of Kern in CA, 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 Stephen Pelz. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Kern County. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Executive Summary, Organizational Qualifications, Management Plan, Staffing Plan & Experience, Fee Proposal, References. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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