Minnesota Housing Housing Trust Fund Operating Subsidy Program RFP 2026
Minnesota Housing Finance AgencyState Housing Authority · St. Paul, MN- Due
- Nov 10, 2026
- 14 days left
- Posted
- Oct 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Sarah Broich
- (651) 539-9885
The 30-second brief
Minnesota Housing invites applications from current Housing Trust Fund (HTF) Operating Subsidy (OS) Program grantees to provide operating support and maintenance expenses for supportive housing developments serving people experiencing homelessness, including Long-Term Homeless (LTH) and High Priority Homeless (HPH) populations. Up to $2.98 million in funding is available for a two-year grant term based on the property's fiscal operating year. Eligible activities include tenant service coordination, front desk staffing, and security staffing to maintain housing stability. The submission deadline is November 10, 2026, at noon Central time via Minnesota Housing's Secure Upload Tool. Final questions are due by October 27, 2026. Applications are evaluated based on program design, equity, past performance, demonstrated need, and budget.
Program Design (20 points), Equity (20 points), Past Performance (20 points), Demonstrated Need and Budget (40 points)
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Summary
Minnesota Housing invites applications from current Housing Trust Fund (HTF) Operating Subsidy (OS) Program grantees to provide operating support and maintenance expenses for supportive housing developments serving people experiencing homelessness, including Long-Term Homeless (LTH) and High Priority Homeless (HPH) populations.
Up to $2.98 million in funding is available for a two-year grant term based on the property's fiscal operating year. Eligible activities include tenant service coordination, front desk staffing, and security staffing to maintain housing stability. The submission deadline is November 10, 2026, at noon Central time via Minnesota Housing's Secure Upload Tool. Final questions are due by October 27, 2026. Applications are evaluated based on program design, equity, past performance, demonstrated need, and budget.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Application
- Application Signature Page
- Budget Workbook
- Risk Assessment Form
- Financial Documents
- Internal Controls Certification
- Evidence of good standing with the Minnesota Secretary of State
- Certification of no convictions of felony financial crimes
- Organizational Chart of the Ownership Entity
- Submit to
- https://mnhousing.leapfile.net/
- Scope location
- Saint Paul, MN
- Reported agency
- Minnesota Housing
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Minnesota Housing Finance Agency?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 10, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://mnhousing.leapfile.net/. For questions, contact Sarah Broich.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Minnesota Housing Finance Agency in MN, 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 Sarah Broich at (651) 539-9885. 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: "Program Design (20 points), Equity (20 points), Past Performance (20 points), Demonstrated Need and Budget (40 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Minnesota Housing Finance Agency?
All active and historical solicitations from Minnesota Housing Finance Agency are tracked and searchable. As a state housing authority agency, Minnesota Housing Finance Agency 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 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 10, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Application, Application Signature Page, Budget Workbook, Risk Assessment Form, Financial Documents, Internal Controls Certification, Evidence of good standing with the Minnesota Secretary of State, C. Review the full document from Minnesota Housing Finance Agency for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Saint Paul, MN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.