San Mateo County RFP for Affordable Housing Development - 710 Hamilton St, Redwood City - 2026
Housing Authority of the county of San MateoLocal Housing Authority · Belmont, CA- Due
- Nov 6, 2026
- 4 days left
- Posted
- Sep 3, 2026
- Contract term
- 55 years
- Primary contact
- Kevin Zwick
- (650) 802-3300
The 30-second brief
The County of San Mateo Department of Housing (DOH) is seeking proposals from qualified developer teams to develop and operate a mixed-income housing project at 710 Hamilton St, Redwood City (APN 052 364 110). The 20,500 sq ft corner lot currently houses a law library and is intended for redevelopment into at least 70 housing units with a preference for public employees. The County plans to enter a long-term ground lease and may contribute up to 80% of total development costs. Proposers must demonstrate experience with deed-restricted multifamily projects and provide a plan for a mix of one- and two-bedroom units serving households between 50%-140% AMI. Proposals are due electronically via OpenGov by 4:00 p.m. PDT on November 6, 2026. A virtual pre-submission conference is scheduled for September 17, 2026.
Financial proforma, Concept drawings, Site plan, Massing drawings, Community outreach plan, Marketing plan, Developer organizational documents
Vision (60 points), Developer Team Experience and Capacity (40 points)
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Summary
The County of San Mateo Department of Housing (DOH) is seeking proposals from qualified developer teams to develop and operate a mixed-income housing project at 710 Hamilton St, Redwood City (APN 052 364 110).
The 20,500 sq ft corner lot currently houses a law library and is intended for redevelopment into at least 70 housing units with a preference for public employees. The County plans to enter a long-term ground lease and may contribute up to 80% of total development costs. Proposers must demonstrate experience with deed-restricted multifamily projects and provide a plan for a mix of one- and two-bedroom units serving households between 50%-140% AMI. Proposals are due electronically via OpenGov by 4:00 p.m. PDT on November 6, 2026. A virtual pre-submission conference is scheduled for September 17, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Vision (60 points), Developer Team Experience and Capacity (40 points)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Financial proforma
- Concept drawings
- Site plan
- Massing drawings
- Community outreach plan
- Marketing plan
- Developer organizational documents
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- RFP Registration Form
- Submittal Checklist
- Developer Team Description
- Qualifying Project Forms
- Financing Terms for Developer's Qualifying Project
- Projected Developer Staffing Workload Form
- Financial Application Workbook
- Disclosure Questions
- Statement of Compliance
- Submit to
- www.opengov.com
- Scope location
- Redwood City, CA
- Projected sq ft
- 20,500 sq ft
- Reported agency
- County of San Mateo Department of Housing
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Housing Authority of the county of San Mateo?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 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: www.opengov.com. For questions, contact Kevin Zwick.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Housing Authority of the county of San Mateo 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 Kevin Zwick at (650) 802-3300. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Financial proforma, Concept drawings, Site plan, Massing drawings, Community outreach plan, Marketing plan, Developer organizational documents. 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: "Vision (60 points), Developer Team Experience and Capacity (40 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Housing Authority of the county of San Mateo?
All active and historical solicitations from Housing Authority of the county of San Mateo are tracked and searchable. As a local housing authority agency, Housing Authority of the county of San Mateo 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 55 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 6, 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: RFP Registration Form, Submittal Checklist, Developer Team Description, Qualifying Project Forms, Financing Terms for Developer's Qualifying Project, Projected Developer Staffing Workload Form, Financ. Review the full document from Housing Authority of the county of San Mateo for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Redwood City, CA. The total projected area is 20500 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.