Development Partner for San Juan & Sutton Master Plan Repositioning

Opportunity Home San Antonio (formerly San Antonio Housing Authority) is seeking an experienced development partner to implement a Transformation/Repositioning Plan (TRP) for the San Juan and Sutton Master Plan communities located in Bexar County, Texas. The procurement involves a comprehensive redevelopment of two existing housing sites totaling 941 units (539 units at San Juan and 402 units at Sutton), with the primary objective of creating a mixed-income, sustainable community. The selected developer will be responsible for comprehensive planning, financing, and implementation, which may include demolition, new residential construction, community facilities, and infrastructure improvements. Key deliverables include a master plan that transforms the existing housing communities, with an emphasis on economic opportunity, sustainability, and community revitalization. The Request for Proposals (RFP) requires developers to demonstrate expertise in mixed-income residential development, community engagement, and complex housing transformation projects. The original proposal submission deadline was August 11, 2025, but has been extended to September 1, 2025, at 2:00 PM, with anticipated board approval in September 2025. Evaluation criteria will likely focus on development experience, financial capacity, proposed community design, and ability to meet project goals.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though the RFP emphasizes compliance with Section 3 hiring requirements, which promotes economic opportunities for low-income residents. The development partner will be expected to create a mix of affordable and market-rate rental units, potentially including homeownership options, while preserving existing public housing units. Funding for the project will be sourced through multiple channels, including low-income housing tax credits, public and private resources, state funds, tax-exempt bonds, and HUD funding. Opportunity Home anticipates maintaining a significant leadership and ownership role throughout the development process. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the provided documents, the comprehensive nature of the project involving 941 units suggests a substantial investment. The selected developer will be required to work closely with Opportunity Home, current residents, and local stakeholders to develop a comprehensive master plan that fundamentally transforms the existing housing communities, with a focus on creating sustainable, economically vibrant neighborhoods.