REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) FOR: Capital Needs Assessment Consultants
MassHousing, Boston, MA·State Housing Authority
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- Reported Agency
- Massachusetts Housing Finance Agency
- Scope Location
- Massachusetts
- Submission Address
- Electronically via email to [email protected]
SUMMARY
This document is a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) from the Massachusetts Housing Finance Agency (MassHousing) seeking Capital Needs Assessment Consultants. The agency aims to identify qualified firms with expertise in evaluating multifamily housing developments to create a list of pre-approved vendors for future assignments. The RFQ outlines the scope of work, submission requirements, and evaluation criteria.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Responsiveness to requirements of RFQ, Financial and organizational stability of respondents, Understanding of proposed scope of services and approach, Technical capabilities and management plan, Alignment of Culture and Values, Demonstrated experience and qualifications, Ability to provide a cost-effective solution, Demonstrated successful past performance.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Comprehensive Capital Needs Assessment (CNA) reports, twenty-year capital replacement plan, detailed cost estimate summary, supporting photographic documentation, executive summary, electronic report submissions, presentation or clarification meetings.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
W-9 Form, Conflict of Interest Disclosure, ACH Form, other forms required by MassHousing procurement policy.
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this RFSOQ from MassHousing?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 29, 2025. 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: Electronically via email to [email protected].
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Responsiveness to requirements of RFQ, Financial and organizational stability of respondents, Understanding of proposed scope of services and approach, Technical capabilities and management plan, Alig..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from MassHousing?
All active and historical solicitations from MassHousing are tracked and searchable. As a state housing authority agency, MassHousing 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 RFSOQ?
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: W-9 Form, Conflict of Interest Disclosure, ACH Form, other forms required by MassHousing procurement policy.. Review the full document from MassHousing for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFSOQ?
Most government agencies, including MassHousing in MA, 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 RFSOQ 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 is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Massachusetts. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Comprehensive Capital Needs Assessment (CNA) reports, twenty-year capital replacement plan, detailed cost estimate summary, supporting photographic documentation, executive summary, electronic report submissions, presentation or clarification meetings.. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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