MaineHousing 2026 Rural Affordable Rental Housing Program RFP and Program Guide
Town of WalthamCity · Waltham, ME- Due
- Sep 3, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 25, 2026
- Primary contact
- Kelly Purington
- (207) 626-4600
The 30-second brief
MaineHousing is soliciting proposals to develop 5 to 18 units of affordable rental housing in rural areas for households at or below 80% AMI. Funding includes zero-interest deferred loans and 6% interest-only paying debt.
Application Appendix A, Corporate resolution, MaineHousing pro forma, Evidence of site control, Zoning evidence, Developer narrative, Project narrative, Certification of reporting compliance
Readiness (12 points), Capacity (16 points), Unit Size (4 points), Rehabilitation or Reuse of Existing Housing (2 points)
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Summary
MaineHousing is soliciting proposals to develop 5 to 18 units of affordable rental housing in rural areas for households at or below 80% AMI. Funding includes zero-interest deferred loans and 6% interest-only paying debt.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Application Appendix A
- Corporate resolution
- MaineHousing pro forma
- Evidence of site control
- Zoning evidence
- Developer narrative
- Project narrative
- Certification of reporting compliance
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Appendix A Application, Appendix B Design and Construction Process and Requirements
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Maine
- Reported agency
- MaineHousing
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Waltham?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 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. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Kelly Purington.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Waltham in ME, 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 Kelly Purington at (207) 626-4600. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Application Appendix A, Corporate resolution, MaineHousing pro forma, Evidence of site control, Zoning evidence, Developer narrative, Project narrative, Certification of reporting compliance. 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: "Readiness (12 points), Capacity (16 points), Unit Size (4 points), Rehabilitation or Reuse of Existing Housing (2 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Waltham?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Waltham are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Waltham 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: Appendix A Application, Appendix B Design and Construction Process and Requirements. Review the full document from Town of Waltham for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Maine. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.