RFP 2026-2 development partner for quimby avenue

The Lowell Housing Authority, in collaboration with its nonprofit development affiliate Revitalization Effort Toward New Urbanism, is seeking a Development Partner for the Quimby Avenue Parcel 2 development project through RFP 2026-2, posted April 1, 2026, with proposals due May 29, 2026. This non-construction procurement solicitation invites both for-profit and nonprofit entities to submit proposals for consideration. Qualified offerors must demonstrate responsibility through adequate financial resources, satisfactory performance records, integrity and business ethics, and compliance with public policy requirements including Equal Employment Opportunity. Prospective contractors must not be suspended, debarred, or otherwise ineligible for federal contracts, and must examine all solicitation documents including the statement of work and proposed contract terms and conditions. Sealed offers must be addressed to the Lowell Housing Authority Department of Finance and Procurement at 350 Moody Street, Lowell, MA 01854, and must be signed by the offeror with name printed or typed on the cover sheet. Contract award will be made to the responsible offeror whose conforming offer is most advantageous to the Housing Authority, considering cost and other specified factors, with the Housing Authority reserving the right to reject any or all offers, accept other than the lowest offer, waive informalities, and award multiple contracts.

The solicitation permits both for-profit and nonprofit entities to respond, with no specific set-aside designations identified in the posted documentation. All contractors must comply with HUD mandatory contract terms and certifications, Massachusetts state law, prevailing wage rate requirements where applicable, and non-discrimination provisions. The procurement is governed by standard Purchase Order Terms and Conditions established by the Lowell Housing Authority, which include F.O.B. Destination Prepaid delivery terms, inspection and acceptance requirements, one-year warranty obligations, and indemnification provisions. Contractors must submit material compliance certifications, Material Safety Data Sheets for hazardous substances, certified payroll documentation where applicable, and conflict-of-interest certifications. The specific award value or budget range for this development partnership opportunity is not disclosed in the posted documentation; interested entities should contact the Housing Authority or review the complete solicitation documents for pricing and financial details.