Town of Telluride Consulting Services for Comprehensive Review of Employee Rental Housing Policies - RFP 2026
Town of TellurideCity · Telluride, CO- Due
- Oct 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 18, 2026
- Primary contact
- DeLanie Young-Tapson
- (970) 508-4471
The 30-second brief
The Telluride Housing Authority (THA) and the Town of Telluride Community Services Department are soliciting proposals from qualified consultants for consulting services, benchmarking, and an independent review of the Telluride Employee Rental Housing Policies. The selected consultant will evaluate program goals, conduct comparative analyses of peer Colorado mountain resort community housing authorities (e.g., Aspen, Vail, Summit County), review Area Median Income (AMI) tiers and rental affordability standards, analyze governance and organizational structures, and recommend streamlining, simplification, and policy amendments. The scope includes stakeholder engagement with Spanish-language accessibility, evaluation of relief options for higher-income qualified households, and legal compliance review under C.R.S. § 29-4-201 and the Fair Housing Act. Proposals are due by October 14, 2026, at 12:00 PM MT. Evaluation criteria prioritize relevant Colorado resort-community housing authority experience (30%), approach/methodology (25%), and understanding of AMI tier structures and income-relief mechanisms (20%).
Work Plan, Data Request, And Interview Schedule; Comparative Analysis Memorandum; Findings Report; Housing Authority Structure Memorandum; AMI, Tiering, And Rental Affordability Analysis; Higher-Income Relief Options Memorandum; Draft Redlined Policy Amendments; Final Report and Presentation
Relevant Colorado resort-community housing authority experience (30%), Quality and specificity of proposed approach/methodology (25%), Demonstrated understanding of AMI tier structures and creative income-relief mechanisms (20%), Proposed schedule and feasibility (10%, Cost / value (15%)
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Summary
The Telluride Housing Authority (THA) and the Town of Telluride Community Services Department are soliciting proposals from qualified consultants for consulting services, benchmarking, and an independent review of the Telluride Employee Rental Housing Policies.
The selected consultant will evaluate program goals, conduct comparative analyses of peer Colorado mountain resort community housing authorities (e.g., Aspen, Vail, Summit County), review Area Median Income (AMI) tiers and rental affordability standards, analyze governance and organizational structures, and recommend streamlining, simplification, and policy amendments. The scope includes stakeholder engagement with Spanish-language accessibility, evaluation of relief options for higher-income qualified households, and legal compliance review under C.R.S. § 29-4-201 and the Fair Housing Act. Proposals are due by October 14, 2026, at 12:00 PM MT. Evaluation criteria prioritize relevant Colorado resort-community housing authority experience (30%), approach/methodology (25%), and understanding of AMI tier structures and income-relief mechanisms (20%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Relevant Colorado resort-community housing authority experience (30%), Quality and specificity of proposed approach/methodology (25%), Demonstrated understanding of AMI tier structures and creative income-relief mechanisms (20%), Proposed schedule and feasibility (10%, Cost / value (15%)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Work Plan, Data Request, And Interview Schedule
- Comparative Analysis Memorandum
- Findings Report
- Housing Authority Structure Memorandum
- AMI, Tiering, And Rental Affordability Analysis
- Higher-Income Relief Options Memorandum
- Draft Redlined Policy Amendments
- Final Report and Presentation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Cover letter and firm/team overview
- Statement of relevant experience
- Proposed approach and methodology
- Proposed project schedule
- Itemized fee proposal
- At least two references from comparable engagements
- Any conflicts of interest disclosure
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Telluride, CO
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Telluride?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 14, 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 DeLanie Young-Tapson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Telluride in CO, 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 DeLanie Young-Tapson at (970) 508-4471. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Work Plan, Data Request, And Interview Schedule; Comparative Analysis Memorandum; Findings Report; Housing Authority Structure Memorandum; AMI, Tiering, And Rental Affordability Analysis; Higher-Income Relief Options Memorandum; Draft Redlined Policy Amendments; Final Report and Presentation. 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: "Relevant Colorado resort-community housing authority experience (30%), Quality and specificity of proposed approach/methodology (25%), Demonstrated understanding of AMI tier structures and creative in..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Telluride?
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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: Cover letter and firm/team overview, Statement of relevant experience, Proposed approach and methodology, Proposed project schedule, Itemized fee proposal, At least two references from comparable enga. Review the full document from Town of Telluride for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Telluride, CO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.