Strategic Planning

HomeFront, a public housing authority located in Billings, Montana, is seeking a consultant to develop a comprehensive 5-year strategic plan through Request for Proposal (RFP) No. P24006. The strategic planning project requires a qualified contractor to conduct extensive stakeholder engagement, including meetings with program participants, tenants, staff, commissioners, landlords, and community partners to gather input and develop strategic direction. Key deliverables include a SWOT analysis, performance metrics dashboard, and an executive summary that will guide HomeFront's future initiatives. The proposal submissions are due by February 14, 2025, at 3:00 PM Mountain Time, with questions accepted until February 5, 2025, at 3:00 PM. The evaluation will use a 100-point scoring system, with the highest weights given to familiarity with strategic planning processes (40 points), ability to perform the work (20 points), and capability to provide professional services (20 points). The contract will be awarded on a "best value" basis, considering factors such as professional capability, experience, and past performance. Proposers must submit one original signature copy and two exact copies of their proposal through the eProcurement Marketplace.

The procurement includes several set-aside and compliance requirements typical of HUD-assisted contracts, particularly Section 3 regulations that prioritize employment and economic opportunities for low- and very low-income persons. Proposers must comply with equal employment opportunity certifications, non-discrimination requirements, and provide detailed disclosures about potential conflicts of interest. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, the contract appears open to various professional consulting firms capable of strategic planning. The RFP does not specify a precise budget range, but notes that compensation will be negotiated with the top-rated proposer, with potential reimbursement for approved travel expenses at government rates for the Billings, MT area. HomeFront currently manages 216 units of HUD Public Housing, 35 HOME program units, 62 LIHTC units, 18 affordable housing units, and up to 1,413 housing choice vouchers, suggesting a complex organizational landscape for the strategic planning effort. Proposers must demonstrate experience with community-focused strategic planning and the ability to create a comprehensive, forward-looking document that can guide the organization's development over the next five years.