Affordable Housing Development (3rd Quarterly Round)

The City of Santa Ana is soliciting proposals from qualified nonprofit and for-profit developers for the development of affordable housing within the city. The scope of work includes the acquisition and rehabilitation of eligible properties, the conversion of non-residential properties into housing, and the new construction of rental or ownership units. A primary goal is to meet Regional Housing Needs Assessment goals for 2021-2029, with a specific focus on increasing opportunities for large families, extremely low-income households, and special needs populations. Total available funding is estimated at 17,507,926 dollars, sourced from Inclusionary Housing, HOME, HOME-ARP, and Housing Successor Agency funds. Eligible proposers must possess at least five years of recent experience in similar affordable housing projects and a proven track record of community cooperation. Proposals are evaluated on a 100-point scale, requiring a minimum score of 75 to be considered for award, with heavy weighting placed on affordability levels, target populations, and timeliness of construction. Selected projects must adhere to strict quality standards, including Energy Star or ASHRAE energy efficiency requirements and HUD lead-based paint rules for older buildings. Additionally, developers must comply with the City's Community Workforce Agreement, state and federal prevailing wage laws, and the Build America, Buy America Act. Submissions must be made electronically via PlanetBids by January 11, 2027. A complete responsive proposal must include a technical volume of no more than 35 pages, a development pro forma, and various certifications, including SAM.gov UEI verification for federal funding eligibility. The agreement term begins upon full execution and approval of all required bonds and insurance, with a general requirement that work be completed within two years of the first grant disbursement to avoid potential termination and repayment.