Request for Expression of Interest- Real Estate Acquisition for Recovery Oriented Services

The Housing Authority of Clackamas County and Clackamas County are conducting a Request for Expressions of Interest (RFEI) to acquire up to 75 single-family properties from their public housing scattered site portfolio. The procurement seeks community-based organizations, Medicaid agencies, and service providers interested in preserving properties to serve individuals experiencing or at risk of long-term homelessness through recovery-oriented services. Desired housing services include medical respite, recovery housing, alcohol and drug-free living environments, therapeutic group homes, hospice, step-down programs, and short-term crisis housing. Respondents will be evaluated based on financial capacity, alignment with program goals, and demonstrated experience delivering similar services. Interested parties must submit their expressions of interest by January 10, 2025, via email to SSInfo@clackamas.us, with all questions directed to this email address using the subject line "SHS RFEI". Following initial selection, the Housing Authority may negotiate a Memorandum of Understanding or term sheet before finalizing binding sale agreements.

The procurement does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, but encourages innovative and creative service delivery models that can incorporate multiple funding sources. Respondents must complete several required forms, including Property Interest Forms for both homeownership and supportive housing programs, Lobbying and Debarment Certificates, and HUD form 5369-B. The county will provide one-time capital grants totaling approximately $10 million, with additional incentives including rent assistance, operating subsidies, and potential gap funding through Supportive Housing Services or Medicaid Housing Support benefits. Selected respondents will enter exclusive negotiations with the Housing Authority and Clackamas County to finalize acquisition and program details, with final agreements subject to approval by the Clackamas County and Housing Authority Boards of Commissioners. The total potential award value encompasses the $10 million in capital grants, additional supportive funding, and the value of the 75 potential properties to be acquired.