Idaho Housing and Finance Association Single-Family Deed Restricted Housing Administrative Partner RFP
Idaho Housing and Finance AssociationState Housing Authority · BOISE, ID- Due
- Mar 4, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 2, 2026
The 30-second brief
Idaho Housing and Finance Association (IHFA) is seeking a non-profit partner to provide Homeownership Assistance for Fee Simple Deed Restricted single-family housing units. The selected partner will administer downpayment assistance to income-eligible households.
Organizational underwriting guidelines, Sample of a homebuyer file and documents collected, Administrative and Financial Policy/Procedures which comply with 2 CFR 200, Part D, Most current third-party financial audit, Resumes for key personnel who are a part of the homebuyer process, Identification of any application or other fees charged to the homebuyer, Estimated reimbursement for eligible administrative expenses (if requesting), Confirmation nonprofit will ensure IHFA receives balanced closing statement at least five (5) business days prior to the homebuyer closing to order funds from the US Treasury., Agreement to be monitored during the award period., Process nonprofit will utilize to complete buyer identification, Underwriting, Collaboration with IHFA for submission of documents for review, Preparation of loan documents, Including the use of a three-party agreement, And ensuring buyer understands the ongoing relationship between IHFA, Non-profit, And homebuyer. This will also describe in detail the nonprofits' sales plan., Affirmative Marketing Plan is required if nonprofit will market more than five (5) units in the same project, Utilizing HOME funds for DPA., Non-profit will need to submit its resale requirements if not adopting IHFA's or HUD's approved resale models (24 CFR 92.254)., Sales price calculation method, And how nonprofit will ensure sales price is less than the HOME Maximum Sales Price for the area., Wait list policies and procedures, Written Procedure to Determine the Feasibility of a Section 504 reasonable accommodation/modification request & Visitability Procedure
Non-profit has not received HOME/HTF/NSP funds for any type of project in the last five years., Non-profit has documented and secured financing for the project(s)., Non-profit has documented its understanding of Deed Restricted Housing., Non-profit has closed projects in the last 12 months, Non-profit has closed projects in the last 24 months, Non-profit has secured financial resources to ensure funds are expended by 2028, Non-profit has well-determined, detailed, and 2 CFR 200 compliant policies and procedures., Non-profit has experienced staff and established processes to support households who wish to purchase a Deed Restricted Housing Unit., Non-profit does not have any current findings or material non-compliance highlighted in its financial audit.
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Summary
Idaho Housing and Finance Association (IHFA) is seeking a non-profit partner to provide Homeownership Assistance for Fee Simple Deed Restricted single-family housing units. The selected partner will administer downpayment assistance to income-eligible households.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Non-profit has not received HOME/HTF/NSP funds for any type of project in the last five years., Non-profit has documented and secured financing for the project(s)., Non-profit has documented its understanding of Deed Restricted Housing., Non-profit has closed projects in the last 12 months, Non-profit has closed projects in the last 24 months, Non-profit has secured financial resources to ensure funds are expended by 2028, Non-profit has well-determined, detailed, and 2 CFR 200 compliant policies and procedures., Non-profit has experienced staff and established processes to support households who wish to purchase a Deed Restricted Housing Unit., Non-profit does not have any current findings or material non-compliance highlighted in its financial audit.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Organizational underwriting guidelines, Sample of a homebuyer file and documents collected, Administrative and Financial Policy/Procedures which comply with 2 CFR 200, Part D, Most current third-party financial audit, Resumes for key personnel who are a part of the homebuyer process, Identification of any application or other fees charged to the homebuyer, Estimated reimbursement for eligible administrative expenses (if requesting), Confirmation nonprofit will ensure IHFA receives balanced closing statement at least five (5) business days prior to the homebuyer closing to order funds from the US Treasury., Agreement to be monitored during the award period., Process nonprofit will utilize to complete buyer identification, Underwriting, Collaboration with IHFA for submission of documents for review, Preparation of loan documents, Including the use of a three-party agreement, And ensuring buyer understands the ongoing relationship between IHFA, Non-profit, And homebuyer. This will also describe in detail the nonprofits' sales plan., Affirmative Marketing Plan is required if nonprofit will market more than five (5) units in the same project, Utilizing HOME funds for DPA., Non-profit will need to submit its resale requirements if not adopting IHFA's or HUD's approved resale models (24 CFR 92.254)., Sales price calculation method, And how nonprofit will ensure sales price is less than the HOME Maximum Sales Price for the area., Wait list policies and procedures, Written Procedure to Determine the Feasibility of a Section 504 reasonable accommodation/modification request & Visitability Procedure
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Copy of Organization's IRS Non-Profit Designation
- Current IRS standing - Tax Exempt Organization Search
- Current Lending Certifications
- State of Idaho Business Entity Registration and Current Standing
- Resumes
- Conflict of Interest Certifications
- Policies and Procedures
- Third Party Financial Audit
- Current Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet
- Submit to
- Electronic submission through Procorem SF RFP Work Center only
- 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 March 4, 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: Electronic submission through Procorem SF RFP Work Center only.
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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Organizational underwriting guidelines, Sample of a homebuyer file and documents collected, Administrative and Financial Policy/Procedures which comply with 2 CFR 200, Part D, Most current third-party financial audit, Resumes for key personnel who are a part of the homebuyer process, Identification. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Non-profit has not received HOME/HTF/NSP funds for any type of project in the last five years., Non-profit has documented and secured financing for the project(s)., Non-profit has documented its under..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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: Copy of Organization's IRS Non-Profit Designation, Current IRS standing - Tax Exempt Organization Search, Current Lending Certifications, State of Idaho Business Entity Registration and Current Standi. 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.