Workforce and Affordable Housing Development

Location:	Kansas
Posted:	Jan 2, 2025
Due:	Jan 9, 2025
Agency:	Liberal city
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	A - Research and development
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Bid Title:	Workforce and Affordable Housing Development
Category:	City Projects
Status:	Open

Description:

Liberal, a rural community in Kansas, seeks proposals from qualified developers to design, finance, construct, and manage a workforce and affordable housing development. This project addresses the critical need for housing options that support our growing workforce and provide affordable living for low-income residents.

Publication Date/Time:

1/2/2025 10:00 AM

Closing Date/Time:

1/9/2025 11:59 PM

Submittal Information:

Submit electronic or physical copy to City Manager, Scarlette Diseker

Contact Person:

Submission Instructions Proposals must be submitted electronically and/or physically by January 9 to:
Scarlette Diseker
City Manager
324 N Kansas Ave
scarlette.diseker@cityofliberal.org
620-626-2270

Qualifications:

Project Goals
Workforce Housing: Provide housing options suitable for local workers, including essential services personnel, teachers, and other key sectors.
Affordable Living: Ensure housing is accessible to families and individuals with low and very low incomes.
Economic Stability: Support the local economy by providing housing that enables residents to live and work within the community.
Sustainability: Incorporate environmentally responsible design and construction practices to enhance long-term viability.

Project Scope
The selected developer will:
Design: Develop site plans and building designs that align with the city’s zoning and workforce housing requirements.
Construction: Build 25-50 housing units, prioritizing a mix of single-family homes, duplexes, and small apartment complexes.
Affordability Focus: Ensure a significant portion of the units meet affordability criteria for low-income families.
Accessibility: Include features that accommodate the needs of diverse populations, including seniors and individuals with disabilities.
Management: Develop a long-term plan for property management and tenant support services.

Special Requirements:

Proposal Requirements Proposals must include:
Development Team Overview: Provide information about the team’s qualifications, experience, and previous relevant projects.
Project Design: Include preliminary site plans, architectural designs, and a narrative describing the vision for the project.
Financial Plan: Detail project costs, funding sources, and a sustainable financing model.
Workforce Housing Strategy: Explain how the proposal will meet the housing needs of the local workforce.
Timeline: Present a realistic schedule for planning, construction, and occupancy.

Miscellaneous:

Selection Criteria Proposals will be evaluated based on:
Alignment with project goals.
Feasibility and innovation in design and development.
Experience and qualifications of the development team.
Financial viability and sustainability of the proposal.
Focus on workforce housing and affordability.
Environmental and sustainability considerations.

Terms and Conditions
The city reserves the right to reject any or all proposals.
The city is not responsible for costs incurred in proposal preparation.
All proposals become the property of Liberal upon submission.
Selected developers may be invited for interviews or presentations.
This initiative offers an opportunity to address a vital need in Liberal while supporting the economic and social fabric of our community. We look forward to innovative proposals that will help shape the future of our town.