Winnebago County Housing Authority RFP Housing Choice Voucher Project-Based Funding Assistance 2026
Housing Authority of the county of BooneLocal Housing Authority · Belvidere, IL- Due
- Feb 16, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 20 years
- Primary contact
- Alan Zais
The 30-second brief
The Winnebago Housing Authority (WCHA) is seeking proposals from experienced rental housing providers for Project-Based assistance for rehabilitation and/or new construction. The goal is to increase and preserve affordable rental housing opportunities for lower-income households in Winnebago and Stephenson County, Illinois. Up to fifteen (15) Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) will be made available for an initial term of 20 years.
Emailed proposals
Owner Qualifications, Financial Feasibility, De-concentration of Poverty / Communities of Opportunity, Locational Amenities/ General Resident Services / Supportive Services, Property Management, Public Purpose, Expansion of Housing Opportunities
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Summary
The Winnebago Housing Authority (WCHA) is seeking proposals from experienced rental housing providers for Project-Based assistance for rehabilitation and/or new construction.
The goal is to increase and preserve affordable rental housing opportunities for lower-income households in Winnebago and Stephenson County, Illinois. Up to fifteen (15) Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) will be made available for an initial term of 20 years.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Owner Qualifications
- Financial Feasibility
- De-concentration of Poverty / Communities of Opportunity
- Locational Amenities/ General Resident Services / Supportive Services
- Property Management
- Public Purpose
- Expansion of Housing Opportunities
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Emailed proposals
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Owner's experience with Assisted Housing Programs
- Description of supportive services (if applicable)
- Site plans
- Photos
- Drawings
- Marketing materials
- Tenant selection plan
- Proposed budget (if applicable)
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Winnebago County, Illinois; Stephenson County, Illinois
- Reported agency
- Winnebago County Housing Authority
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Housing Authority of the county of Boone?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 16, 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 Alan Zais.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Housing Authority of the county of Boone in IL, 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 Alan Zais. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Emailed proposals. 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: "Owner Qualifications, Financial Feasibility, De-concentration of Poverty / Communities of Opportunity, Locational Amenities/ General Resident Services / Supportive Services, Property Management, Publi..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Housing Authority of the county of Boone?
All active and historical solicitations from Housing Authority of the county of Boone are tracked and searchable. As a local housing authority agency, Housing Authority of the county of Boone 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 20 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: Owner's experience with Assisted Housing Programs, description of supportive services (if applicable), site plans, photos, drawings, marketing materials, tenant selection plan, proposed budget (if app. Review the full document from Housing Authority of the county of Boone for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Winnebago County, Illinois; Stephenson County, Illinois. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.