Idaho Housing and Finance Association CHDO Certification and Operating Grant Application Checklist
Idaho Housing and Finance AssociationState Housing Authority · BOISE, ID- Due
- Aug 28, 2026
- Deadline passed
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Summary
The Idaho Housing and Finance Association (IHFA) is soliciting applications for Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) Certification and CHDO Operating Grant Funding.
The checklist requires submission of organizational documents including charters, articles of incorporation, by-laws, IRS certificates, and financial policies. Applicants must provide a recent financial audit (within 12 months), a proposed operating budget for the funding year, and resumes for staff with development experience. New CHDOs must also provide evidence of at least one year of community service and details on consultants hired to build capacity. The application requires a formal process for low-income beneficiary involvement and a 12-24 month organizational plan for housing development goals.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
15- Full CHDO Certification Checklist
- Charter
- Articles of Incorporation
- By-Laws
- IRS Certificate
- Proof of conformance with 2 CFR 200 Part D
- Financial policies and procedures
- Financial audit
- Proposed operating budget
- Resumes
- Consultant agreements
- Conflict of Interest statements
- Board Member Certifications
- Board Resolution
- UEI #
- Scope location
- Idaho
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Idaho Housing and Finance Association?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 28, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Idaho Housing and Finance Association in ID, 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.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Idaho Housing and Finance Association?
All active and historical solicitations from Idaho Housing and Finance Association are tracked and searchable. As a state housing authority agency, Idaho Housing and Finance Association regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Full CHDO Certification Checklist, Charter, Articles of Incorporation, By-Laws, IRS Certificate, Proof of conformance with 2 CFR 200 Part D, Financial policies and procedures, Financial audit, Propose. Review the full document from Idaho Housing and Finance Association for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Idaho. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.