Housing Authority of the County of Kern MTW Local Housing Development Program 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 · (661) 631-8500 ext 2005
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope Location
- Kern County, CA
- Submission Address
- [email protected]
SUMMARY
The Housing Authority of the County of Kern is accepting proposals for affordable housing development projects needing short-term financing (up to 36 months) for acquisition, renovation, or development in Kern County.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Experience of developer, Likelihood of repayment sources, Adherence to program requirements
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Name of Development, Address of development, Type of Development, # & type of units and target AMIs, Projected timeline, Requested loan amount and term, Repayment sources and status, Status of NEPA review, Status of subsidy layering review, Development and operating pro-formas, Developer name, Affordable housing development experience
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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 solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. 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: "Experience of developer, Likelihood of repayment sources, Adherence to program requirements" 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 36 months. 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. 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 at (661) 631-8500 ext 2005. 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, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Name of Development, Address of development, Type of Development, # & type of units and target AMIs, Projected timeline, Requested loan amount and term, Repayment sources and status, Status of NEPA review, Status of subsidy layering review, Development and operating pro-formas, Developer name, Affor. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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