Ottawa County PY2026 Community Housing Impact and Preservation Program (CHIP) RFQ
Ottawa CountyCounty · Port Clinton, OH- Due
- Feb 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 22, 2026
The 30-second brief
The Ottawa Regional Planning Commission, on behalf of the Ottawa County Board of Commissioners, is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from consultants for the PY2026 Community Housing Impact and Preservation Program (CHIP). The selected consultant will provide grant writing, planning, and administration services financed by CDBG and HOME funds. Scope includes developing a grant application (estimated at $700,000), convening the Housing Advisory Committee, environmental reviews, residential property inspections (including lead-based paint risk assessments and clearances), pest inspections, and program implementation. The contract period will cover activities through February 28, 2029. Submissions are due by 4:00 p.m. on February 6, 2026, at the Ottawa County Commissioners office in Port Clinton, OH.
Community Services Resource Guide, Planning Requirements Table, CHIP Grant Application, Environmental Review Record, Lead-based paint risk assessments, Work plan
Experience with Federal/State compliance (20 points), Consultant’s CHIP specific experience (25 points), Capacity to perform work (20 points), Qualifications of key personnel (20 points), County discretionary points (15 points)
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Summary
The Ottawa Regional Planning Commission, on behalf of the Ottawa County Board of Commissioners, is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from consultants for the PY2026 Community Housing Impact and Preservation Program (CHIP).
The selected consultant will provide grant writing, planning, and administration services financed by CDBG and HOME funds. Scope includes developing a grant application (estimated at $700,000), convening the Housing Advisory Committee, environmental reviews, residential property inspections (including lead-based paint risk assessments and clearances), pest inspections, and program implementation. The contract period will cover activities through February 28, 2029. Submissions are due by 4:00 p.m. on February 6, 2026, at the Ottawa County Commissioners office in Port Clinton, OH.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Community Services Resource Guide
- Planning Requirements Table
- CHIP Grant Application
- Environmental Review Record
- Lead-based paint risk assessments
- Work plan
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Cost proposal
- Work plan
- Project references
- Staff resumes/names
REQUIRED STAFFING
4- Submit to
- Ottawa County Commissioners, 315 Madison Street Room 103, Port Clinton, Ohio 43452
- Scope location
- Port Clinton, OH
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Ottawa County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 6, 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: Ottawa County Commissioners, 315 Madison Street Room 103, Port Clinton, Ohio 43452.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Ottawa County in OH, 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.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Grant writer, Planner, Project administrator, Lead-based paint risk assessor. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Community Services Resource Guide, Planning Requirements Table, CHIP Grant Application, Environmental Review Record, Lead-based paint risk assessments, Work plan. 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: "Experience with Federal/State compliance (20 points), Consultant’s CHIP specific experience (25 points), Capacity to perform work (20 points), Qualifications of key personnel (20 points), County discr..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Ottawa County?
All active and historical solicitations from Ottawa County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Ottawa County 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 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: Cost proposal, Work plan, Project references, Staff resumes/names. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Ottawa 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: Port Clinton, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.