McKean County Housing Authority RFQ 2026-01 Architect Services - Bradford High-Rise Rehabilitation
HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE county OF MCKEANLocal Housing Authority · Smethport, PA- Due
- Feb 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Patty Fitzsimmons
The 30-second brief
The McKean County Housing Authority is seeking qualifications from architecture and engineering firms for the design and construction administration of the Bradford High-Rise rehabilitation project. Proposals are due February 2, 2026.
Cover Letter, Executive Summary, B305 Architect's Qualification Statement, Table of Contents, Design Approach, Project Experience, Proposed Personnel, Resumes, References, Project Performance, Litigation List, HUD Forms
General Qualifications, Specific Project Experience, Schedule Performance, Public Housing Experience, Personnel Qualifications, Management Approach, Design Approach, References, PHFA Familiarity, HUD/RAD Familiarity, Budget/Value Engineering, In-Place Renovation Experience, Rural Community Familiarity
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Summary
The McKean County Housing Authority is seeking qualifications from architecture and engineering firms for the design and construction administration of the Bradford High-Rise rehabilitation project. Proposals are due February 2, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
13- General Qualifications
- Specific Project Experience
- Schedule Performance
- Public Housing Experience
- Personnel Qualifications
- Management Approach
- Design Approach
- References
- PHFA Familiarity
- HUD/RAD Familiarity
- Budget/Value Engineering
- In-Place Renovation Experience
- Rural Community Familiarity
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
12- Cover Letter
- Executive Summary
- B305 Architect's Qualification Statement
- Table of Contents
- Design Approach
- Project Experience
- Proposed Personnel
- Resumes
- References
- Project Performance
- Litigation List
- HUD Forms
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Attachment 1: Site Photo
- Attachment 2: PHFA Design Guidelines
- Attachment 3: Preliminary Scope of Work
- HUD Form 5369-B
- HUD Form 5369-C
- Non-Collusive Affidavit
- HUD Form 51915
- Submit to
- 415 W Main Street Smethport PA 16749
- Duration
- 33 months
- Scope location
- Bradford, PA
- Reported agency
- McKean County Housing Authority
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE county OF MCKEAN?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 2, 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: 415 W Main Street Smethport PA 16749. For questions, contact Patty Fitzsimmons.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE county OF MCKEAN in PA, 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 Patty Fitzsimmons. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Cover Letter, Executive Summary, B305 Architect's Qualification Statement, Table of Contents, Design Approach, Project Experience, Proposed Personnel, Resumes, References, Project Performance, Litigation List, HUD Forms. 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: "General Qualifications, Specific Project Experience, Schedule Performance, Public Housing Experience, Personnel Qualifications, Management Approach, Design Approach, References, PHFA Familiarity, HUD/..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE county OF MCKEAN?
All active and historical solicitations from HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE county OF MCKEAN are tracked and searchable. As a local housing authority agency, HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE county OF MCKEAN 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Attachment 1: Site Photo, Attachment 2: PHFA Design Guidelines, Attachment 3: Preliminary Scope of Work, HUD Form 5369-B, HUD Form 5369-C, Non-Collusive Affidavit, HUD Form 51915. Review the full document from HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE county OF MCKEAN for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Bradford, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.