Acquisition and Maintenance of Affordable Housing Units

The City of Gainesville is seeking qualified partners to identify, acquire, and maintain affordable housing units within city limits through a Request for Qualifications (RFQ). The procurement aims to convert single-family and/or multifamily residential properties into affordable rental housing that meets HUD standards and local zoning requirements. Qualified partners must propose properties suitable for acquisition by the City, with the selected organization subsequently managing these units as affordable rentals for households earning at or below 80 percent of Area Median Income. Key objectives include maintaining property affordability for a minimum of 30 years, qualifying rental applicants, collecting rent, and ensuring properties remain safe and code-compliant. Evaluation criteria include organizational capacity, track record of comparable housing projects, compliance with state and federal licensing laws, and local preference points for vendors with a City business tax receipt. Important dates include a non-mandatory pre-proposal meeting on December 19, 2025, at 9:00 a.m., a question submission deadline of January 15, 2026, at 12:00 p.m., proposal due date of January 23, 2026, at 3:00 p.m., and potential oral presentations on February 24, 2026.

Eligible respondents are limited to for-profit entities (LP or LLC), nonprofit organizations with valid IRS 501(c) status, and Public Housing Authorities. Local vendors with a business tax receipt and physical address within City limits may receive up to five percent additional evaluation points. The City will enter a no-cost lease agreement with the selected partner and handle property acquisition, while the partner manages rental operations. No specific budget range or award value was explicitly stated in the documents. Contractors must complete mandatory certifications including a Drug-Free Workplace affidavit, e-Verify compliance documentation, and an Anti-Human Trafficking Affidavit. Insurance requirements include workers' compensation, professional liability, $1,000,000 public liability coverage, and $500,000 automobile liability insurance. The contract term will be mutually determined, with the City providing ongoing funding for a ten-year period, and all proposals must be submitted through the City's eProcurement Portal.