Town of Belmont Notice of Funding Availability for Affordable Housing Developers - BD-25-1245-COMMD-CDEV-113781 (2025)
Town of BelmontCity · Belmont, MA- Due
- Dec 31, 2026
- 47 days left
- Posted
- Mar 11, 2025
- Contract term
- 1.5 years
- Primary contact
- Christopher Ryan
- (617) 993-2610
The 30-second brief
The Town of Belmont, through the Belmont Housing Trust, issues a notice of funding availability (NOFA) for eligible affordable housing development projects. The funding supports pre-development activities including site assessment, preparation, acquisition, and design development, as well as construction costs to create new affordable housing units in Belmont, MA. Successful applicants will be awarded up to a maximum award of $250,000. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until December 31, 2026, depending on funding availability. The project period of performance is within 18 months of award. Evaluation criteria include creating units above inclusionary zoning requirements, affordability at or below 60% AMI, sustainable and energy-efficient design, and applicant experience and capacity.
Affordability level at 60% AMI or below, measurable impact in sustainable affordable housing, demonstrated applicant capacity, alignment with Belmont's Housing Production Plan
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Summary
The Town of Belmont, through the Belmont Housing Trust, issues a notice of funding availability (NOFA) for eligible affordable housing development projects.
The funding supports pre-development activities including site assessment, preparation, acquisition, and design development, as well as construction costs to create new affordable housing units in Belmont, MA. Successful applicants will be awarded up to a maximum award of $250,000. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until December 31, 2026, depending on funding availability. The project period of performance is within 18 months of award. Evaluation criteria include creating units above inclusionary zoning requirements, affordability at or below 60% AMI, sustainable and energy-efficient design, and applicant experience and capacity.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Affordability level at 60% AMI or below
- Measurable impact in sustainable affordable housing
- Demonstrated applicant capacity
- Alignment with Belmont's Housing Production Plan
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
complete project budget, resumes for all principals and staff assigned to the project
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Belmont, MA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Belmont?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 31, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Christopher Ryan.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Belmont in MA, 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 Christopher Ryan at (617) 993-2610. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Affordability level at 60% AMI or below, measurable impact in sustainable affordable housing, demonstrated applicant capacity, alignment with Belmont's Housing Production Plan" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Belmont?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Belmont are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Belmont 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 1.5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 31, 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: complete project budget, resumes for all principals and staff assigned to the project. Review the full document from Town of Belmont for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Belmont, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
