Kitsap County RFP 2026-021 Homelessness Assistance
Kitsap CountyCounty · Port Orchard, WA- Due
- Jun 3, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 7, 2026
- Primary contact
- Glen McNeil
The 30-second brief
Kitsap County is seeking qualified applicants to operate a homelessness assistance program, consisting of a hotel/motel voucher program. The program aims to provide short-term shelter and support services to individuals experiencing homelessness.
Hotel/Motel Voucher Program operations, Case management, Housing Stability Plans, Coordination with hotels, Reporting.
Applicant's approach, plan of work, recommended schedules, and suggested responsibility assignments and staffing levels; Qualifications and experience in providing the requested services; Knowledge of and experience in implementing and operating homeless programs; Experience and ability to form partnerships with other Kitsap agencies serving homeless clients; Budget.
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Summary
Kitsap County is seeking qualified applicants to operate a homelessness assistance program, consisting of a hotel/motel voucher program. The program aims to provide short-term shelter and support services to individuals experiencing homelessness.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Applicant's approach, plan of work, recommended schedules, and suggested responsibility assignments and staffing levels
- Qualifications and experience in providing the requested services
- Knowledge of and experience in implementing and operating homeless programs
- Experience and ability to form partnerships with other Kitsap agencies serving homeless clients
- Budget
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Hotel/Motel Voucher Program operations
- Case management
- Housing Stability Plans
- Coordination with hotels
- Reporting
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Exhibit A Bidders Certification
- Scope location
- Kitsap County, Washington
- Reported agency
- Kitsap County Department of Human Services
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Kitsap County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 3, 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. For questions, contact Glen McNeil.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Kitsap County 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 Glen McNeil. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Hotel/Motel Voucher Program operations, Case management, Housing Stability Plans, Coordination with hotels, Reporting.. 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: "Applicant's approach, plan of work, recommended schedules, and suggested responsibility assignments and staffing levels; Qualifications and experience in providing the requested services; Knowledge of..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Kitsap County?
All active and historical solicitations from Kitsap County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Kitsap County 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: Exhibit A Bidders Certification. Review the full document from Kitsap 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: Kitsap County, Washington. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.