Van Buren County MSHDA CDBG MI Neighborhood Program TPA RFP 2026
Van Buren CountyCounty · Paw Paw, MI- Due
- Jun 3, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 13, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Lisa Ransler
The 30-second brief
Van Buren County is soliciting proposals for a Third-Party Administrator to manage a $472,000 CDBG-funded homeowner rehabilitation program. The TPA will handle application intake, inspections, and construction oversight through Dec. 2027.
Grant Management Plan, Outreach strategies, Housing inspections, Semi-annual progress reports, Environmental review documentation, Payment requests, Closeout documentation
Qualifications and Relevant Experience (20), Proposed Approach and Methodology (20), Cost Proposal (20), Capacity Availability and Responsiveness (25), References and Past Performance (15)
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Summary
Van Buren County is soliciting proposals for a Third-Party Administrator to manage a $472,000 CDBG-funded homeowner rehabilitation program. The TPA will handle application intake, inspections, and construction oversight through Dec. 2027.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Grant Management Plan
- Outreach strategies
- Housing inspections
- Semi-annual progress reports
- Environmental review documentation
- Payment requests
- Closeout documentation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Cover Letter
- Firm Profile
- Relevant Experience
- Proposed Approach
- Cost Proposal
- Grant Management Plan Commitment
- Part 200 Certification
- References
- Independent Price Determination Statement
- Submit to
- 219 E. Paw Paw Street, Suite 201, Paw Paw, MI 49079
- Duration
- 18 months
- Scope location
- Van Buren County, MI
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Van Buren County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 3, 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: 219 E. Paw Paw Street, Suite 201, Paw Paw, MI 49079. For questions, contact Lisa Ransler.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Van Buren County 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 Lisa Ransler. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Grant Management Plan, Outreach strategies, Housing inspections, Semi-annual progress reports, Environmental review documentation, Payment requests, Closeout documentation. 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: "Qualifications and Relevant Experience (20), Proposed Approach and Methodology (20), Cost Proposal (20), Capacity Availability and Responsiveness (25), References and Past Performance (15)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Van Buren County?
All active and historical solicitations from Van Buren County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Van Buren 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 1 year. 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: Cover Letter, Firm Profile, Relevant Experience, Proposed Approach, Cost Proposal, Grant Management Plan Commitment, Part 200 Certification, References, Independent Price Determination Statement. Review the full document from Van Buren 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: Van Buren County, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.