Attainable Housing Professional Services

HAB Development Corporation is soliciting professional services through Request for Proposal (RFP) P24003 for Attainable Housing Professional Services in Gallatin County, Montana, focused on implementing the Montana Community Reinvestment Plan (MCRP) as established by House Bill 819. The agency seeks a professional services firm to serve as a platform integrator for the MCRP program, with comprehensive responsibilities including residential housing unit design, development, construction, and rehabilitation. Key deliverables include developing an end-user package for property purchase and resale, coordinating fiduciary components, establishing lending and mortgage options, and creating a self-sustaining housing program without supplemental funding. The proposal evaluation will use a "Best Value" methodology, allocating 100 total points across four factors: ability to perform work (20 points), capability to provide professional services (30 points), familiarity with MCRP program and housing experience (40 points), and overall proposal quality (10 points). Proposals are due by July 18, 2024, at 5:00 PM MT, with a question deadline of July 10, 2024, at 3:00 PM MDT. The selected firm must demonstrate extensive knowledge of Montana's housing development landscape, financial modeling, and program implementation strategies.

The RFP does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises, though standard HUD forms like Section 3 Clause and HUD-5369-C suggest potential preferences for small businesses, women-owned, and minority enterprises. The contract term is proposed from 2024 through December 31, 2034, with compensation structure to be negotiated with the top-rated proposer. Required insurance includes $1,000,000 in commercial general liability and professional liability coverage. Proposers must disclose any debarment history, personal relationships with agency commissioners, and felony convictions, with the agency reserving the right to reject proposals based on these disclosures. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the contract emphasizes creating a financially sustainable housing program capable of supporting qualified homeowners across participating Montana counties. The selected firm will need to provide proof of funds equal to state account deposits and demonstrate capabilities in developing comprehensive housing solutions that meet statutory affordability standards.