Washington State Housing Finance Commission Conference Planning for Affordable Housing Conferences RFP 2026
Washington State Housing Finance CommissionState Housing Authority · Seattle, WA- Due
- Jun 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 19, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Anna Porkalob
- (206) 513-5728
The 30-second brief
The Washington State Housing Finance Commission seeks a qualified organization for a two-year contract to plan and manage affordable housing conferences, including the annual Housing Washington event. Proposals are due June 30, 2026.
Conference Planning & Project Management, Budget & Financial Management, Sponsorship & Exhibitor Management, Speaker & Content Management, Marketing Communications & Branding, Registration & Attendee Services, Event Logistics & Operations, Venue & Vendor Management, Evaluation & Reporting, Client Communication & Strategic Integration, Accessibility & Inclusive Experience
Qualifications/experience, approach, schedule, responsiveness, references, entire written proposal
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Summary
The Washington State Housing Finance Commission seeks a qualified organization for a two-year contract to plan and manage affordable housing conferences, including the annual Housing Washington event. Proposals are due June 30, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Qualifications/experience
- Approach
- Schedule
- Responsiveness
- References
- Entire written proposal
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Conference Planning & Project Management
- Budget & Financial Management
- Sponsorship & Exhibitor Management
- Speaker & Content Management
- Marketing Communications & Branding
- Registration & Attendee Services
- Event Logistics & Operations
- Venue & Vendor Management
- Evaluation & Reporting
- Client Communication & Strategic Integration
- Accessibility & Inclusive Experience
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Cover letter
- Qualifications Approach Schedule and References
- Service Costs
REQUIRED STAFFING
conference planning consultant, project manager
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Seattle, WA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Washington State Housing Finance Commission?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 30, 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 Anna Porkalob.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Washington State Housing Finance Commission in WA, 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 Anna Porkalob at (206) 513-5728. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: conference planning consultant, project manager. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Conference Planning & Project Management, Budget & Financial Management, Sponsorship & Exhibitor Management, Speaker & Content Management, Marketing Communications & Branding, Registration & Attendee Services, Event Logistics & Operations, Venue & Vendor Management, Evaluation & Reporting, Client Co. 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/experience, approach, schedule, responsiveness, references, entire written proposal" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Washington State Housing Finance Commission?
All active and historical solicitations from Washington State Housing Finance Commission are tracked and searchable. As a state housing authority agency, Washington State Housing Finance Commission 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 2 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Cover letter, Qualifications Approach Schedule and References, Service Costs. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Washington State Housing Finance Commission for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Seattle, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.