Public Housing Validation Project (PHVP) Utility Allowance Guidebook to update The Utility Allowance Guidebook that was last updated in 1998.

The contract involves updating the Utility Allowance Guidebook used in Public Housing, which has not been revised since 1998. This project, named the Public Housing Validation Project (PHVP), is aimed at modernizing and validating the guidelines to ensure they accurately reflect current utility costs and housing conditions. It is issued by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) through the Office of Public and Indian Housing, indicating a federal-level initiative to improve public housing utilities management. This opportunity is set aside as an 8(a) Sole Source contract under FAR 19.8, targeting small disadvantaged businesses for procurement under NAICS code 541611, related to administrative and management consulting services. The solicitation is currently in a forecast stage, with the posted date listed as May 25, 2026. The point of contact for questions or further information is Valerie Perry at HUD, who can be reached via email. The contract scope includes comprehensive research, validation, and updating processes to bring the guidebook in line with contemporary standards and utility practices.