Mixed Housing Project

Jackson County, Missouri is seeking a qualified developer for a Mixed Housing Project through Request for Qualifications (RFQ) No. 25-045, with proposals due by 2:00 p.m. CT on November 18, 2025. The project aims to create affordable, mixed-income housing with flexible development parameters, allowing the selected developer to collaboratively determine specific project details with county stakeholders. Potential bidders must have at least five years of experience in affordable housing development and will be responsible for comprehensive project phases including pre-development planning, site selection, design, financing acquisition, construction management, and long-term property management. The evaluation criteria will assess submissions based on responsiveness (5%), general background (25%), organizational capacity (10%), experience (25%), qualifications (25%), and resumes (10%). Potential financing sources include Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), HOME and CDBG Funds, State and Local Housing Trust Funds, and private equity and debt financing. A question submission deadline is set for 5:00 p.m. CT on November 11, 2025, and all proposals must be submitted electronically through the Jackson County Bonfire Portal.

The RFQ does not explicitly specify set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though standard procurement documents indicate strong requirements for ethical business practices and compliance. Bidders must obtain a Certificate of Compliance, verify tax roll status, and meet extensive insurance requirements, including Commercial General Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence), Commercial Automobile Liability ($1,000,000 combined single limit), Workers Compensation, and Excess/Umbrella Liability Coverage ($1,000,000 each occurrence). While no specific project budget or award value is disclosed, the comprehensive nature of the project suggests significant potential investment. Contractors must name Jackson County Missouri and its agencies as additional insureds and ensure all insurance carriers meet specific financial ratings. The project's flexibility in terms of site location and unit count indicates that the county is prioritizing a developer's creativity and capacity to design a solution that meets community housing needs, rather than prescribing strict development parameters.