Housing Needs Assessment and Affordable Housing Strategy

The contract seeks a subcontractor to conduct comprehensive housing market studies and evaluate gaps in affordable housing within the Coastal Bend region of Texas, ensuring all analyses and recommendations align with Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regulations. The work will involve collecting and analyzing demographic, economic, and housing data to identify underserved populations, assess housing affordability pressures, and recommend actionable strategies that promote equitable access to safe, decent, and affordable housing opportunities. The deliverables must support local and regional planning efforts by providing data-driven insights that inform policy decisions and funding allocations. The subcontract is open for responses until August 31, 2026, and falls under NAICS code 541611 for management, scientific, and technical consulting services. The contracting entity is the Coastal Bend Council of Governments, which operates in Texas and will oversee performance of the services within the designated regional area. While specific geographic details and point of contact information are not provided, subcontractors are expected to be familiar with federal housing compliance frameworks and possess the expertise to translate complex housing data into practical, implementable strategies that meet federal standards and community needs. All work must comply with federal guidelines, and proposals must demonstrate a clear understanding of the local housing context and the ability to deliver results within the outlined timeline.