Lakeland Housing Authority Request for Qualifications for Developer Partner 2026
HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE city OF LAKELANDLocal Housing Authority · Lakeland, FL- Due
- Sep 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 17, 2026
- Primary contact
- Erik Rashad
- (863) 687-2911
The 30-second brief
The Lakeland Housing Authority seeks qualified developers with substantial experience in urban redevelopment, master planning, mixed-finance and mixed-income housing, Low-Income Housing Tax Credits, and public housing redevelopment for comprehensive development-partner services. Initial planning may include Renaissance at Washington Ridge, Carrington Place, Cecil Gober Villas, and John Wright Homes, along with other LHA-controlled properties in Lakeland, Florida. The selected partner will collaborate on master planning, financing, rehabilitation, new construction, resident engagement, relocation, infrastructure, and ownership structuring under 2 CFR Part 200 and HUD regulations. Submissions are due by 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time on September 14, 2026, and must be delivered to 430 Hartsell Avenue, Lakeland, FL 33815.
Comparable affordable housing, public housing, mixed-finance, RAD, LIHTC and redevelopment experience (25), Qualifications, organization, availability, and capacity of key personnel (15), Development approach, master planning, resident engagement, relocation, schedule, and risk management (15), Financing experience, financial capacity, guarantees, and ability to close (15), Past performance and references (10), Knowledge of HUD, FHFC, federal, state, local, fair housing, accessibility, and environmental requirements (10), Section 3 and small/disadvantaged business opportunity plan (5), Sustainability, resilience, green-building, and lifecycle-cost approach (5)
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Summary
The Lakeland Housing Authority seeks qualified developers with substantial experience in urban redevelopment, master planning, mixed-finance and mixed-income housing, Low-Income Housing Tax Credits, and public housing redevelopment for comprehensive development-partner services.
Initial planning may include Renaissance at Washington Ridge, Carrington Place, Cecil Gober Villas, and John Wright Homes, along with other LHA-controlled properties in Lakeland, Florida. The selected partner will collaborate on master planning, financing, rehabilitation, new construction, resident engagement, relocation, infrastructure, and ownership structuring under 2 CFR Part 200 and HUD regulations. Submissions are due by 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time on September 14, 2026, and must be delivered to 430 Hartsell Avenue, Lakeland, FL 33815.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
15- Letter of Transmittal
- Tabs 1 through 10
- Exhibit C Experience Form
- Exhibit D Profile
- Exhibit E References
- HUD-5369-C
- HUD-50070
- Section 3 plan and forms
- Non-Collusion and Conflict Certification
- Public Entity Crimes and Responsibility Disclosure
- Lobbying certification/SF-LLL
- Debarment certification and SAM information
- Insurance evidence or acquisition plan
- Sealed financial statements
- Acknowledgment of every addendum
- Submit to
- 430 Hartsell Avenue, Lakeland, Florida 33815
- Scope location
- Lakeland, FL
- Reported agency
- Lakeland Housing Authority
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE city OF LAKELAND?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 14, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 430 Hartsell Avenue, Lakeland, Florida 33815. For questions, contact Erik Rashad.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE city OF LAKELAND 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 RFQ 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 Erik Rashad at (863) 687-2911. 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: "Comparable affordable housing, public housing, mixed-finance, RAD, LIHTC and redevelopment experience (25), Qualifications, organization, availability, and capacity of key personnel (15), Development..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE city OF LAKELAND?
All active and historical solicitations from HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE city OF LAKELAND are tracked and searchable. As a local housing authority agency, HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE city OF LAKELAND 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 RFQ?
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 of Transmittal, Tabs 1 through 10, Exhibit C Experience Form, Exhibit D Profile, Exhibit E References, HUD-5369-C, HUD-50070, Section 3 plan and forms, Non-Collusion and Conflict Certification,. Review the full document from HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE city OF LAKELAND for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Lakeland, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.