San Francisco Local Agency Formation Commission - Municipal Housing Viability Study - RFP #LAF2025-01 (2025)
City of San FranciscoCity · San Francisco, CA- Due
- Jan 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 10, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Khalid Samarrae
- (415) 944-2442
The 30-second brief
The San Francisco Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCo) seeks proposals from qualified firms to conduct a municipal housing viability study under RFP #LAF2025-01. The study will define and outline a structure for a pilot phase of a Municipal Housing enterprise agency to create and manage cross-subsidy, mixed-income, City-owned housing, including departmental cost estimates, full-time equivalent positions, and recommendations on centering tenant perspectives, particularly for low-income tenants. The final report will inform budget recommendations for implementing November 2020 Proposition K (which authorized up to 10,000 units of low-income rental housing) and potentially the Housing Stability Fund Oversight Board. Additional deliverables include convening and staffing a working group of local housing experts for at least six public meetings and facilitating focus groups. The anticipated contract term is up to one year with a not-to-exceed budget of $300,000. Proposals are due by January 15, 2026, at 5:00 PM and must be emailed to [email protected]. Questions are due by November 28, 2025, at 5:00 PM.
Final report outlining key findings, Structure of a Municipal Housing enterprise agency, Departmental cost estimates, And full-time equivalent positions; Six (6) public meetings of local experts; Appendix documenting input/feedback from working group and public
Firm and Staff Qualifications (50 points), Approach and Cost (50 points)
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Summary
The San Francisco Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCo) seeks proposals from qualified firms to conduct a municipal housing viability study under RFP #LAF2025-01.
The study will define and outline a structure for a pilot phase of a Municipal Housing enterprise agency to create and manage cross-subsidy, mixed-income, City-owned housing, including departmental cost estimates, full-time equivalent positions, and recommendations on centering tenant perspectives, particularly for low-income tenants. The final report will inform budget recommendations for implementing November 2020 Proposition K (which authorized up to 10,000 units of low-income rental housing) and potentially the Housing Stability Fund Oversight Board. Additional deliverables include convening and staffing a working group of local housing experts for at least six public meetings and facilitating focus groups. The anticipated contract term is up to one year with a not-to-exceed budget of $300,000. Proposals are due by January 15, 2026, at 5:00 PM and must be emailed to [email protected]. Questions are due by November 28, 2025, at 5:00 PM.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Firm and Staff Qualifications (50 points), Approach and Cost (50 points)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Final report outlining key findings, Structure of a Municipal Housing enterprise agency, Departmental cost estimates, And full-time equivalent positions
- Six (6) public meetings of local experts
- Appendix documenting input/feedback from working group and public
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
RFP Attachment I – Proposal Template, including price proposal; RFP Attachment II – Edits to LAFCo’s agreement terms and conditions
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- San Francisco, CA
- Reported agency
- San Francisco Local Agency Formation Commission
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of San Francisco?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 15, 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 Khalid Samarrae.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of San Francisco in CA, 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 Khalid Samarrae at (415) 944-2442. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Final report outlining key findings, Structure of a Municipal Housing enterprise agency, Departmental cost estimates, And full-time equivalent positions; Six (6) public meetings of local experts; Appendix documenting input/feedback from working group and public. 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: "Firm and Staff Qualifications (50 points), Approach and Cost (50 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of San Francisco?
All active and historical solicitations from City of San Francisco are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of San Francisco 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.
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: RFP Attachment I – Proposal Template, including price proposal; RFP Attachment II – Edits to LAFCo’s agreement terms and conditions. Review the full document from City of San Francisco for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: San Francisco, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
