New College of Florida Short-Term Student Housing ITN 090326SH - 2026
New College Of FloridaHigher Ed · Sarasota, FL- Due
- Oct 30, 2026
- 14 days left
- Posted
- Oct 7, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Aimee Jones
- (941) 487-4570
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
New College of Florida is requesting proposals for apartment style short-term student housing to accommodate up to 150 beds for upper-class students. Properties must be within 3-6 miles of the Sarasota, FL campus with a contract period from August 1, 2027, through May 26, 2028. Required amenities include furnished units with bedrooms, common areas, full-size appliances, kitchen facilities, utilities, high-speed Wi-Fi, on-site management, security, and weekly housekeeping. Proposals are due by October 30, 2026, at 3:00 pm, with vendor questions due by October 14, 2026. Evaluation criteria include distance from campus, shuttle capacity, room rates, volume discounts, amenities, security, and financial security.
Apartment style short-term housing for students, Room rate per day per room, Shuttle/transportation services, Housekeeping services
Distance from the Campus, Capacity of Shuttle(s)/Driver(s)/Transportation hours, Number of Rooms/Apartments available and cost per bed/per night - single or double occupancy, Volume Discount being applied, Amenities, On-Site Management, Security, Housekeeping services for each unit, once per week, Financial Security of Corporate
SUMMARY
New College of Florida is requesting proposals for apartment style short-term student housing to accommodate up to 150 beds for upper-class students.
Properties must be within 3-6 miles of the Sarasota, FL campus with a contract period from August 1, 2027, through May 26, 2028. Required amenities include furnished units with bedrooms, common areas, full-size appliances, kitchen facilities, utilities, high-speed Wi-Fi, on-site management, security, and weekly housekeeping. Proposals are due by October 30, 2026, at 3:00 pm, with vendor questions due by October 14, 2026. Evaluation criteria include distance from campus, shuttle capacity, room rates, volume discounts, amenities, security, and financial security.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Distance from the Campus, Capacity of Shuttle(s)/Driver(s)/Transportation hours, Number of Rooms/Apartments available and cost per bed/per night - single or double occupancy, Volume Discount being applied, Amenities, On-Site Management, Security, Housekeeping services for each unit, once per week, Financial Security of Corporate
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Apartment style short-term housing for students
- Room rate per day per room
- Shuttle/transportation services
- Housekeeping services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
12- Invitation to Negotiate Form
- Appendix I Conditions and Requirements
- W-9 form
- State of Florida Sunbiz Registration
- Addendum Acknowledgement Forms
- Appendix V - Affidavit of Trade Secret Certification
- Appendix II Attachment B Foreign Country of Concern Attestation
- Appendix II Attachment C Human Trafficking Attestation
- Insurance certificate
- Disclosures regarding pecuniary interest
- List of subcontractors
- Appendix II Attachment A Pricing Proposal Form
- Submit to
- Procurement Services Department, Palmer D, Second Floor, New College of Florida, 5800 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota, FL 34243
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Sarasota, FL
- Reported agency
- New College of Florida
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this ITB from New College Of Florida?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 30, 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: Procurement Services Department, Palmer D, Second Floor, New College of Florida, 5800 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota, FL 34243. For questions, contact Aimee Jones.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this ITB?
Most government agencies, including New College Of Florida in FL, 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 ITB 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 Aimee Jones at (941) 487-4570. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Apartment style short-term housing for students, Room rate per day per room, Shuttle/transportation services, Housekeeping services. 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: "Distance from the Campus, Capacity of Shuttle(s)/Driver(s)/Transportation hours, Number of Rooms/Apartments available and cost per bed/per night - single or double occupancy, Volume Discount being app..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from New College Of Florida?
All active and historical solicitations from New College Of Florida are tracked and searchable. As a higher ed agency, New College Of Florida 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 30, 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 ITB?
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: Invitation to Negotiate Form, Appendix I Conditions and Requirements, W-9 form, State of Florida Sunbiz Registration, Addendum Acknowledgement Forms, Appendix V - Affidavit of Trade Secret Certificati. Review the full document from New College Of Florida for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Sarasota, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.