Community Development Consulting & Transition Services for Jefferson County

Jefferson County, New York, is soliciting proposals for Community Development Consulting and Transition Services to provide technical assistance, strategic guidance, and program support for its federally funded housing programs, including HOME, HOME-ARP, and CDBG. The primary objective is to manage the transition of administrative responsibilities from the external Development Authority of the North Country to in-house staff, specifically focusing on capacity building and training for a new Senior Planner/Housing Specialist. Key deliverables include HUD program technical assistance, Part 58 environmental reviews, HOME subsidy layering reviews, and the development of critical planning documents such as the 2027-2029 Consolidated Plan Amendment, Annual Action Plans, and Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Reports. Qualified consultants must possess at least five years of experience administering HUD-funded programs for an entitlement community and demonstrate proficiency in HUD systems such as IDIS, SAGE, HEROS, and DRGR. The contract is for an initial term of one year, with the possibility of four additional one-year extensions. Proposals are due by November 13, 2026, and must include a signed proposal form, background and experience, a narrative on the transition approach, and at least three government references from the last three years. Award is subject to the appropriation of funds and approval by the Jefferson County Board of Legislators. Selected contractors must meet stringent insurance requirements, including professional liability coverage of 2 million dollars aggregate and certifications regarding non-collusive bidding and Iranian investment disclosures.