Tompkins County 2027-2037 Housing Strategy and Needs Assessment RFP
Tompkins CountyCounty · Ithaca, NY- Due
- Jun 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 10 years
The 30-second brief
Tompkins County is soliciting proposals to update and expand its 2016 County Wide Housing Needs Assessment and 2017 Housing Strategy for the 2027-2037 period. The project is funded by a $50,000 New York State Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and $75,000 from the Tompkins County Industrial Development Authority (IDA). The scope includes a Housing Conditions Assessment, Below Market Housing Needs Assessment, Housing Market Analysis, and substantial community outreach. The CDBG portion aims to position the County and municipalities (excluding the City of Ithaca) for future rehabilitation, septic, and downpayment assistance funds. Proposers may also include an optional scope for grant writing for the fifth CDBG Homeowner Rehabilitation program. Proposals are due by June 2, 2026.
Housing Conditions Assessment, Below Market Housing Needs Assessment, Housing Market Analysis, Housing Strategy, Community outreach reports
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Summary
Tompkins County is soliciting proposals to update and expand its 2016 County Wide Housing Needs Assessment and 2017 Housing Strategy for the 2027-2037 period.
The project is funded by a $50,000 New York State Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and $75,000 from the Tompkins County Industrial Development Authority (IDA). The scope includes a Housing Conditions Assessment, Below Market Housing Needs Assessment, Housing Market Analysis, and substantial community outreach. The CDBG portion aims to position the County and municipalities (excluding the City of Ithaca) for future rehabilitation, septic, and downpayment assistance funds. Proposers may also include an optional scope for grant writing for the fifth CDBG Homeowner Rehabilitation program. Proposals are due by June 2, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Housing Conditions Assessment
- Below Market Housing Needs Assessment
- Housing Market Analysis
- Housing Strategy
- Community outreach reports
- Scope location
- Tompkins County, NY
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Tompkins County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 2, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Tompkins County in NY, 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Housing Conditions Assessment, Below Market Housing Needs Assessment, Housing Market Analysis, Housing Strategy, Community outreach reports. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Tompkins County?
All active and historical solicitations from Tompkins County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Tompkins County 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 10 years. 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. Review the full document from Tompkins 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: Tompkins County, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.