Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency Housing Counseling Case Management System RFP 2026
Pennsylvania Housing Finance AgencyState Housing Authority · Harrisburg, PA- Due
- May 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
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The Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (PHFA) is issuing this Request for Proposal (RFP) to identify a qualified supplier capable of providing a housing counseling case management system (CMS). The proposed system must streamline counseling workflows, support accurate data management, and enable seamless electronic reporting to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). All respondents must be HUD-approved CMS providers appearing on HUD's list of compliant systems and must demonstrate the ability to successfully transmit data to HUD's Housing Counseling System (HCS). Offerings must comply with the most current HUD Agency Reporting Module (ARM) Requirements. Proposals are due by May 26, 2026.
HUD-approved CMS provider status, ability to transmit data to HUD HCS, compliance with HUD Agency Reporting Module (ARM) Requirements
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Summary
The Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (PHFA) is issuing this Request for Proposal (RFP) to identify a qualified supplier capable of providing a housing counseling case management system (CMS).
The proposed system must streamline counseling workflows, support accurate data management, and enable seamless electronic reporting to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). All respondents must be HUD-approved CMS providers appearing on HUD's list of compliant systems and must demonstrate the ability to successfully transmit data to HUD's Housing Counseling System (HCS). Offerings must comply with the most current HUD Agency Reporting Module (ARM) Requirements. Proposals are due by May 26, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- HUD-approved CMS provider status
- Ability to transmit data to HUD HCS
- Compliance with HUD Agency Reporting Module (ARM) Requirements
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
HUD approval documentation
- Scope location
- Dauphin County, PA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 26, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency 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 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.
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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: "HUD-approved CMS provider status, ability to transmit data to HUD HCS, compliance with HUD Agency Reporting Module (ARM) Requirements" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency?
All active and historical solicitations from Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency are tracked and searchable. As a state housing authority agency, Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency 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 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: HUD approval documentation. Review the full document from Pennsylvania 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: Dauphin County, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.