2026_05_18_RFP_Development and Modernization Services_Commbuys Screenshot.pdf

This is a Request for Proposals document from the Cambridge Housing Authority Planning and Development Department seeking development and modernization consulting services. The CHA is soliciting proposals from up to three qualified consultants or consultant teams to support a development pipeline exceeding $1.5 billion. Required services include financial and feasibility analyses, proforma development, project management, due diligence preparation, development opportunity prioritization, acquisition and new construction identification, development strategy preparation, financial modeling, financing applications across multiple funding sources, mixed-finance HUD public housing applications, community engagement assistance, relocation and construction phasing planning, and staff training. Proposers must demonstrate a minimum of three years of experience in similar affordable housing development and modernization services in Massachusetts. Proposals are due August 10, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., with evaluations to be completed within 60 calendar days of proposal opening. The initial contract term is one year with options for up to four additional one-year renewals at the CHA's sole discretion.

Compensation is structured on a task-order basis with a maximum fee of $200,000 per annum and a not-to-exceed total of $250,000 for the initial contract term. Hourly rates will be established for year one, with renewal rates subject to negotiation capped at 10 percent increases above original-term rates. Reimbursable expenses including printing, reproductions, mailings, and long-distance communications are allowable on a direct-cost basis with documentation. The CHA strongly encourages proposals from minority-owned and women-owned businesses, socially and economically disadvantaged businesses, HUD Section 3 businesses, and small businesses. Proposers must demonstrate sufficient staffing capacity and experience with Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 149 and 149A construction procurement, housing construction delivery, and documentation preparation. Required insurance includes General Liability Insurance of $1 million per occurrence and $2 million aggregate, plus Worker's Compensation Insurance as required by Massachusetts law. Monthly payment occurs within 30 days of approved invoices with no advance payments permitted.