Site Design Analysis RFP 2026

The Los Angeles Housing Department (LAHD) is seeking a qualified vendor to provide comprehensive site‑design analysis and planning services for City‑owned parcels intended for affordable, accessible multifamily housing. The contractor will evaluate land‑use constraints, develop cost‑effective design solutions, incorporate Citywide Design Guidelines, review and verify construction cost estimates, and produce written and electronic deliverables to support LAHD’s development decisions. The three‑year contract (Jan 1 2027 – Dec 31 2029) is funded from the Low and Moderate Income Housing Fund with an anticipated annual budget of up to $150,000. Eligible proposers must have at least two years of recent experience in affordable‑housing site design in California, be in good standing with the State, and not be debarred. A mandatory virtual Proposers’ Conference is required on September 10 2026. Proposals are due electronically by 5:00 p.m. PDT on October 13 2026. • Scope: pre‑development land‑use planning, cost‑effective housing design, design‑guideline integration, proposal evaluation, construction‑cost verification, reporting. • Budget: up to $150,000 per year (total ≈ $450,000). • Eligibility: CA business registration, good standing, no debarments, ≥2 years relevant experience. • Timeline: Release 8/24/26 → Proposers’ Conference 9/10/26 → Questions 9/28/26 → Submission 10/13/26 → Contract start 1/1/27. • Deliverables: written reports, electronic files, cost breakdowns, design concepts. • Evaluation criteria: demonstrated ability, capacity, work plan, cost, local business preference.