Housing Finance Authority of Hillsborough County - Local Government Support Loans for Multifamily Housing Developments - RFA 2026-202 - 2026
Housing Finance Authority Of Hillsborough CountyHousing Authority · Tampa, FL- Due
- Jun 5, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 22, 2026
- Contract term
- 30 years
- Primary contact
- Mark Hendrickson
- (850) 671-5601
The 30-second brief
The Housing Finance Authority of Hillsborough County is requesting applications for local government support loans for qualified multifamily housing developments applying for Florida Housing Finance Corporation (FHFC) housing credits and seeking the Local Government Area of Opportunity Funding. The scope involves new construction of multifamily housing developments requiring site control, set-aside rental units, resident programs, amenities, and energy efficiency. Applications are due by June 5, 2026, at 5:00 PM EDT. Projects must be located within unincorporated Hillsborough County, the City of Temple Terrace, or Plant City, Florida. Submissions require a $5,000 application fee, a $2,500 review fee, and compliance with project threshold and selection criteria.
Applicant's development and construction experience, Experience and Quality of development team, Management experience, Financial feasibility, Cost reasonableness, Concrete construction, Resident Programs, Unit and Development Amenities, Energy Efficiency, At-risk population set-aside, Economic Impact, Neighborhood revitalization, Proximity to public transportation, Leveraging of HFA funds, Permanent financing contribution, Innovative Aspects, Difference in units produced, Site quality, Local support
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Summary
The Housing Finance Authority of Hillsborough County is requesting applications for local government support loans for qualified multifamily housing developments applying for Florida Housing Finance Corporation (FHFC) housing credits and seeking the Local Government Area of Opportunity Funding.
The scope involves new construction of multifamily housing developments requiring site control, set-aside rental units, resident programs, amenities, and energy efficiency. Applications are due by June 5, 2026, at 5:00 PM EDT. Projects must be located within unincorporated Hillsborough County, the City of Temple Terrace, or Plant City, Florida. Submissions require a $5,000 application fee, a $2,500 review fee, and compliance with project threshold and selection criteria.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
19- Applicant's development and construction experience
- Experience and Quality of development team
- Management experience
- Financial feasibility
- Cost reasonableness
- Concrete construction
- Resident Programs
- Unit and Development Amenities
- Energy Efficiency
- At-risk population set-aside
- Economic Impact
- Neighborhood revitalization
- Proximity to public transportation
- Leveraging of HFA funds
- Permanent financing contribution
- Innovative Aspects
- Difference in units produced
- Site quality
- Local support
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Original application
- PDF copy of the original
- Two copies
- $5
- 000 application fee
- $2
- 500 review fee
- Submit to
- Housing Finance Authority of Hillsborough County c/o County Attorney, Mary Helen Farris, 601 East Kennedy Boulevard, 27th Floor, Tampa, Florida 33602 and The Hendrickson Company, 1404 Alban Avenue, Tallahassee, Florida 32301
- Scope location
- Hillsborough County, Florida
- Reported agency
- Housing Finance Authority of Hillsborough County
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Housing Finance Authority Of Hillsborough County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 5, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Housing Finance Authority of Hillsborough County c/o County Attorney, Mary Helen Farris, 601 East Kennedy Boulevard, 27th Floor, Tampa, Florida 33602 and The Hendrickson Company, 1404 Alban Avenue, Tallahassee, Florida 32301. For questions, contact Mark Hendrickson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Housing Finance Authority Of Hillsborough County 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 Mark Hendrickson at (850) 671-5601. 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: "Applicant's development and construction experience, Experience and Quality of development team, Management experience, Financial feasibility, Cost reasonableness, Concrete construction, Resident Prog..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Housing Finance Authority Of Hillsborough County?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 30 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: original application, PDF copy of the original, two copies, $5,000 application fee, $2,500 review fee. Review the full document from Housing Finance Authority Of Hillsborough 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: Hillsborough County, Florida. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.