UW Realtor Affinity Program

The University of Washington's Procurement Services has issued Request for Proposal (RFP) #906844 for a UW Realtor Affinity Program, seeking a full-service real estate brokerage to establish a preferred realtor network for university faculty, staff, and students. The selected vendor will provide comprehensive real estate services with reduced fees and personalized guidance, targeting support for first-time homebuyers, interstate and international relocations, and employees with diverse housing needs. Vendor requirements include maintaining an active Washington State real estate license and professional certifications such as Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) or Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR). The program aims to serve employees primarily in King, Snohomish, and Pierce counties, with potential expansion to other Washington regions and states through partner networks. Proposals will be evaluated based on professional qualifications, service offerings, program implementation, and specialized services, with a maximum possible score of 100 points. The RFP was posted on May 16, 2025, with proposals due by May 28, 2025, at 5:00 pm PST, and the proposed contract term spans from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2028, with potential extensions based on mutual agreement.

The RFP includes voluntary participation goals for Minority and Women's Business Enterprises (MWBE), with specific targets of 6% Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), 4% Women's Business Enterprise (WBE), and an overall 15% goal for Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, and Women-Owned Business participation. While no specific budget allocation is listed, the solicitation appears open to various real estate firms that can demonstrate comprehensive service capabilities. The university seeks a vendor that can provide flexible, inclusive real estate services accommodating the diverse needs of its community, including support for employees with varying income levels and relocation requirements. The RFP does not indicate an incumbent vendor, suggesting this may be a new or restructured program. The contract's potential for extension and broad service requirements indicate the university's intent to establish a long-term, adaptable partnership with a realtor network that can efficiently serve its employees' housing needs across multiple regions and demographic groups.