MaineHousing Request for Proposals for Winter Overnight Warming Shelters 2026-2027
Maine State Housing AuthorityState Housing Authority · Augusta, ME- Due
- Sep 11, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 14, 2026
- Duration
- 7 months
- Primary contact
- Kelly Watson
- (207) 626-4600
The 30-second brief
MaineHousing is soliciting proposals for the operation of winter overnight warming shelters from November 15, 2026, to April 30, 2027. Eligible applicants include municipalities, tribes, and nonprofits. Proposals are due September 11, 2026.
Overnight shelter spaces, Staffing, Meals, Housing navigation coordination, Monthly expenditure reports, Final report, HMIS data entry
Capacity to meet scope, ability to begin by Nov 15, number of people served, services provided, cost, ability to leverage other funding
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Summary
MaineHousing is soliciting proposals for the operation of winter overnight warming shelters from November 15, 2026, to April 30, 2027. Eligible applicants include municipalities, tribes, and nonprofits. Proposals are due September 11, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Capacity to meet scope
- Ability to begin by Nov 15
- Number of people served
- Services provided
- Cost
- Ability to leverage other funding
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Overnight shelter spaces
- Staffing
- Meals
- Housing navigation coordination
- Monthly expenditure reports
- Final report
- HMIS data entry
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Narrative
- Site Address and Description
- Staffing Plan
- Admissions Policies
- Budget Worksheet (Appendix E)
- Audited Financials
- Letter of Support from Municipality
- Applicant Information Sheet (Appendix A)
- Applicant Certification Form (Appendix B)
- Conflict of Interest Form (Appendix F)
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Maine
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Maine State Housing Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 11, 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 Watson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Maine State Housing Authority 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 Watson 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: Overnight shelter spaces, Staffing, Meals, Housing navigation coordination, Monthly expenditure reports, Final report, HMIS data entry. 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: "Capacity to meet scope, ability to begin by Nov 15, number of people served, services provided, cost, ability to leverage other funding" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Maine State Housing Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Maine State Housing Authority are tracked and searchable. As a state housing authority agency, Maine State Housing Authority regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 7 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Narrative, Site Address and Description, Staffing Plan, Admissions Policies, Budget Worksheet (Appendix E), Audited Financials, Letter of Support from Municipality, Applicant Information Sheet (Append. Review the full document from Maine State Housing Authority 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.