Housing Opportunities of SW Washington - Maintenance and Support of IT Services - RFP - 2026
Housing Authority city of LongviewLocal Housing Authority · Longview, WA- Due
- Oct 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 22, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Rachelle Burch
- (360) 423-0140
The 30-second brief
The Housing Authority of the City of Longview, dba Housing Opportunities of Southwest Washington (HOSWWA), and Joint Pacific County Housing Authority (JPCHA) seek full-service Information Technology (IT) services. The scope encompasses maintenance, upgrades, and support for employee workstations, laptops, resident computer labs, file servers, firewalls, network systems, phone systems, Wi-Fi, email, remote access, website functionality, and Yardi ERP data backups. The selected contractor will manage Microsoft accounts, lead NIST 800-171 compliance efforts, and provide AI security guidance across HOSWWA offices in Cowlitz, Pacific, Lewis, and Wahkiakum Counties. Proposals are due by 4:00 PM PST on October 6, 2026, submitted electronically via email to Rachelle Burch. The contract term is one year with four one-year renewal options, not to exceed five years.
Project Staffing and Experience 30, Prior Experience with Public Agencies 20, Satisfaction of Clients/End Users 20, Approach and Methodology 10, Pricing 10, Minority/Woman owned Business 10
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Summary
The Housing Authority of the City of Longview, dba Housing Opportunities of Southwest Washington (HOSWWA), and Joint Pacific County Housing Authority (JPCHA) seek full-service Information Technology (IT) services.
The scope encompasses maintenance, upgrades, and support for employee workstations, laptops, resident computer labs, file servers, firewalls, network systems, phone systems, Wi-Fi, email, remote access, website functionality, and Yardi ERP data backups. The selected contractor will manage Microsoft accounts, lead NIST 800-171 compliance efforts, and provide AI security guidance across HOSWWA offices in Cowlitz, Pacific, Lewis, and Wahkiakum Counties. Proposals are due by 4:00 PM PST on October 6, 2026, submitted electronically via email to Rachelle Burch. The contract term is one year with four one-year renewal options, not to exceed five years.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Project Staffing and Experience 30
- Prior Experience with Public Agencies 20
- Satisfaction of Clients/End Users 20
- Approach and Methodology 10
- Pricing 10
- Minority/Woman owned Business 10
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
13- Letter summarizing interest
- Company information
- Tax ID
- Business license
- Description of approach and capability
- Specialized experience
- Staff qualifications
- Schedule of professional fees
- 3 client references
- Proof of insurance meeting general liability
- Automobile liability
- Workers' compensation
- Professional errors and omissions requirements
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Longview, WA
- Reported agency
- Housing Opportunities of SW Washington
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Housing Authority city of Longview?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 6, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Rachelle Burch.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Housing Authority city of Longview in WA, 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 Rachelle Burch at (360) 423-0140. 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: "Project Staffing and Experience 30, Prior Experience with Public Agencies 20, Satisfaction of Clients/End Users 20, Approach and Methodology 10, Pricing 10, Minority/Woman owned Business 10" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Housing Authority city of Longview?
All active and historical solicitations from Housing Authority city of Longview are tracked and searchable. As a local housing authority agency, Housing Authority city of Longview 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: Letter summarizing interest, company information, tax ID, business license, description of approach and capability, specialized experience, staff qualifications, schedule of professional fees, 3 clien. Review the full document from Housing Authority city of Longview for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Longview, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.