Montrose County Housing Needs Assessment RFP 2026 - SB24-174
Montrose CountyCounty · Montrose, CO- Due
- Nov 11, 2026
- 15 days left
- Posted
- Oct 12, 2026
- Primary contact
- Tallmadge Richmond
- (970) 252-4550
The 30-second brief
Montrose County invites proposals from qualified consulting firms to conduct a comprehensive Housing Needs Assessment (HNA) incorporating the required components of Senate Bill 24-174 for unincorporated Montrose County. The scope includes estimating existing housing stock, housing needs sorted by income level and dwelling type, household numbers, jobs by salary, displacement risks, water supply needs, and baseline data components such as housing shortages, median income, and population projections. The project also entails public stakeholder engagement, data gathering, policy recommendations, and the creation of a future Housing Action Plan (HAP). The fixed budget is $75,000. Proposals are due by November 11, 2026, at 2:00 PM MST, with questions due by October 20, 2026.
1. Draft Task 1, Provide a report for review, 2. Final Draft of Task 1, 3. Draft Task 2, Public Engagement Plan, 4. Draft of Task 3 for review, 5. Draft of Task 4 for review, 6. Substantially complete draft of Tasks 3 and 4 in a format ready to be submitted to the State of Colorado for compliance review based on SB24-174 and accessibility requirements, 7. Final Draft of Tasks 3 and 4
Qualifications, Experience, and References, Strategy, Engagement, and Implementation Plans, Completeness of Proposal, Fees and Budget, Ability to start and finish on-time
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Summary
Montrose County invites proposals from qualified consulting firms to conduct a comprehensive Housing Needs Assessment (HNA) incorporating the required components of Senate Bill 24-174 for unincorporated Montrose County.
The scope includes estimating existing housing stock, housing needs sorted by income level and dwelling type, household numbers, jobs by salary, displacement risks, water supply needs, and baseline data components such as housing shortages, median income, and population projections. The project also entails public stakeholder engagement, data gathering, policy recommendations, and the creation of a future Housing Action Plan (HAP). The fixed budget is $75,000. Proposals are due by November 11, 2026, at 2:00 PM MST, with questions due by October 20, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
9- Qualifications
- Experience
- References
- Strategy
- Engagement
- Implementation Plans
- Completeness of Proposal
- Fees and Budget
- Ability to start and finish on-time
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
1. Draft Task 1, Provide a report for review, 2. Final Draft of Task 1, 3. Draft Task 2, Public Engagement Plan, 4. Draft of Task 3 for review, 5. Draft of Task 4 for review, 6. Substantially complete draft of Tasks 3 and 4 in a format ready to be submitted to the State of Colorado for compliance review based on SB24-174 and accessibility requirements, 7. Final Draft of Tasks 3 and 4
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Letter of Interest
- Signature Page
- Qualifications and Experience
- References
- Proposal
- Budget/Pricing
- Past Completed Housing Needs Assessment
- Bidder Information Sheet
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Montrose, CO
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Montrose County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 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 Tallmadge Richmond.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Montrose County in CO, 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 Tallmadge Richmond at (970) 252-4550. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 1. Draft Task 1, Provide a report for review, 2. Final Draft of Task 1, 3. Draft Task 2, Public Engagement Plan, 4. Draft of Task 3 for review, 5. Draft of Task 4 for review, 6. Substantially complete draft of Tasks 3 and 4 in a format ready to be submitted to the State of Colorado for compliance re. 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: "Qualifications, Experience, and References, Strategy, Engagement, and Implementation Plans, Completeness of Proposal, Fees and Budget, Ability to start and finish on-time" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Montrose County?
All active and historical solicitations from Montrose County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Montrose County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 11, 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: Letter of Interest, Signature Page, Qualifications and Experience, References, Proposal, Budget/Pricing, Past Completed Housing Needs Assessment, Bidder Information Sheet. Review the full document from Montrose County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Montrose, CO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.