The Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe of Michigan - Comprehensive Housing Needs, Feasibility, and Strategic Development Assessment - RFP 2026
Saginaw Chippewa Indian TribeTribal Government · Mount Pleasant, MI- Due
- Nov 4, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 2, 2026
- Duration
- 12 months
- Primary contact
- Rosalie Maloney
- (989) 775-4581
The 30-second brief
The Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe of Michigan Housing Department seeks proposals from qualified consulting firms, housing market analysts, research organizations, universities, economic development consultants, or multidisciplinary teams to conduct a comprehensive housing needs, feasibility, and strategic development assessment. The project evaluates current and future housing needs across Arenac, Gratiot, Gladwin, Isabella, and Midland counties, focusing on tribal members, native Americans, employees at tribal facilities like Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort, and first-generation descendants. Key tasks include existing conditions assessment, tribal member and workforce housing assessments, survey research, stakeholder engagement, market analysis, demand forecasting through year 15, and strategic recommendations. Proposals are due by November 4, 2026, at 4:30 pm EST. The desired project completion period is 8 to 12 months following contract execution.
Detailed Project Work Plan, Survey Instruments and Methodology, Interim Findings Presentation, Draft Housing Demand and Feasibility Report, Final Housing Demand and Feasibility Report, Executive Summary, Presentation to Tribal Leadership
Demonstrated experience with housing market and feasibility studies, Experience serving Tribal governments, Quality of proposed methodology, Qualifications of project team, Ability to conduct long-range demand forecasting, Understanding of workforce housing issues, Cost effectiveness, Quality of previous work products
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Summary
The Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe of Michigan Housing Department seeks proposals from qualified consulting firms, housing market analysts, research organizations, universities, economic development consultants, or multidisciplinary teams to conduct a comprehensive housing needs, feasibility, and strategic development assessment.
The project evaluates current and future housing needs across Arenac, Gratiot, Gladwin, Isabella, and Midland counties, focusing on tribal members, native Americans, employees at tribal facilities like Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort, and first-generation descendants. Key tasks include existing conditions assessment, tribal member and workforce housing assessments, survey research, stakeholder engagement, market analysis, demand forecasting through year 15, and strategic recommendations. Proposals are due by November 4, 2026, at 4:30 pm EST. The desired project completion period is 8 to 12 months following contract execution.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Demonstrated experience with housing market and feasibility studies
- Experience serving Tribal governments
- Quality of proposed methodology
- Qualifications of project team
- Ability to conduct long-range demand forecasting
- Understanding of workforce housing issues
- Cost effectiveness
- Quality of previous work products
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Detailed Project Work Plan
- Survey Instruments and Methodology
- Interim Findings Presentation
- Draft Housing Demand and Feasibility Report
- Final Housing Demand and Feasibility Report
- Executive Summary
- Presentation to Tribal Leadership
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Firm overview
- Relevant qualifications
- Experience with housing market studies
- Experience working with Tribal governments and Indigenous communities
- Description of project team
- Resumes of key personnel
- Detailed methodology
- Proposed timeline
- Examples of similar projects
- References
- Cost proposal
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Mount Pleasant, MI
- Reported agency
- The Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe of Michigan
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 4, 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 Rosalie Maloney.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe in MI, 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 Rosalie Maloney at (989) 775-4581. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Detailed Project Work Plan, Survey Instruments and Methodology, Interim Findings Presentation, Draft Housing Demand and Feasibility Report, Final Housing Demand and Feasibility Report, Executive Summary, Presentation to Tribal Leadership. 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: "Demonstrated experience with housing market and feasibility studies, Experience serving Tribal governments, Quality of proposed methodology, Qualifications of project team, Ability to conduct long-ran..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 12 months. 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: Firm overview, Relevant qualifications, Experience with housing market studies, Experience working with Tribal governments and Indigenous communities, Description of project team, Resumes of key perso. Review the full document from Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Mount Pleasant, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.