Modular Construction Housing Factories

The City of Philadelphia's Department of Planning and Development issued a Request for Information (RFI) titled "Modular Construction Housing Factories" on January 21, 2026, to gather detailed insights that will support the development of modular housing production facilities. This initiative aligns with the City's Housing Opportunities Made Easy (H.O.M.E.) Plan, which aims to build and preserve 30,000 homes while accelerating affordable housing production and supporting job creation. The RFI seeks comprehensive information on various aspects including site selection criteria, facility specifications, operational models, workforce development needs, housing market demand, and financial considerations. Responses to this RFI, due by March 2, 2026, will inform future Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and guide programmatic decisions to facilitate the establishment and scaling of modular housing factories within Philadelphia’s city limits. The RFI process does not constitute an award or commitment but functions as a strategic step to engage vendors and stakeholders to identify potential barriers, site parameters, and workforce requirements crucial for successful modular housing implementation. Vendor inquiries and responses have clarified preferences for factory locations, anticipated housing product types such as single-family and multi-family units, and pilot project expectations. Standardized response templates ensure consistent data collection from interested parties. Through this effort, Philadelphia aims to leverage modular construction to meet urgent housing needs efficiently while fostering local economic growth and workforce opportunities.