RFP No. 2023-104 - HAPGC Project Based Vouchers

The Housing Authority of Prince George's County (HAPGC) issued RFP No. 2023-104 to solicit proposals from property owners and developers to provide Project-Based Vouchers (PBV) for families on its waiting list. The program aims to award up to 50 fixed-unit subsidies per project for an original contract term of 15 years. Eligible projects include new construction, properties under construction, existing housing less than one year old, and those undergoing substantial rehabilitation. All units must be located within Prince George's County and comply with HUD Housing Quality Standards, the Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (UFAS), and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The selection process utilizes a rolling application with quarterly rounds, employing a combination of pass/fail gates and weighted evaluation factors. Pass/fail criteria focus on project feasibility, as well as a minimum of five years of experience in development, ownership, and management of affordable rental housing. Weighted factors prioritize design, a 15-year contract term, and proximity to public transit. Award decisions are based on the proposal most advantageous to the agency's needs. Contractors must adhere to strict compliance and insurance requirements, including professional liability, business automobile, and commercial general liability coverage. The RFP emphasizes the prevention of organizational conflicts of interest and requires the submission of various HUD and HAPGC forms, including a non-collusive affidavit and W-9. Following the issuance of two addenda, the final proposal deadline for the first round was established as October 3, 2023, with a requirement that awarded units be available for occupancy within 60 days.