Bid guide

How to bid on Homeless Response System Operations and Homeless and Affordable Housing for Jefferson County

Jefferson County Port Townsend, WACloses October 16, 2026

What Jefferson County is buying and why it matters

Jefferson County's Housing Fund Board is seeking proposals for affordable and supportive housing projects. These projects must meet the eligibility requirements under House Bill 1590 and RCW 82.14.530.

Funding will be provided during calendar year 2027 from the County’s 1590 Funds. This is an opportunity for organizations to secure funding for critical housing initiatives in Port Townsend, WA.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

The Request for Proposals was published on September 10, 2026. All proposals must be received by October 16, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Pacific Time.

Proposals must be submitted electronically as PDFs. Late submissions will not be accepted, and proposals submitted in an incorrect format will not be considered.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for organizations that specialize in affordable and supportive housing projects. Firms with experience in securing funding under House Bill 1590 and RCW 82.14.530 will find this particularly relevant.

The solicitation falls under the professional services category, specifically for housing and community development initiatives.

How to respond to this solicitation

To access the solicitation documents, you can view the original source on the Jefferson County bid postings page. The posting and any related document links are available there.

Proposals must be submitted on the provided application form as an electronic PDF. The PDF version of your proposal should be emailed to Carolyn Gallaway. You must enable JavaScript to view the email address. Carolyn will confirm receipt of your application.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully review all eligibility requirements under House Bill 1590 and RCW 82.14.530 to ensure your project aligns perfectly with the funding criteria. Clearly demonstrate how your proposed project meets these specific requirements.

Pay close attention to the submission instructions, especially the requirement for an electronic PDF format and the strict deadline. Double-check that your proposal is correctly formatted and submitted on time to avoid disqualification. Confirm receipt of your email submission with Carolyn Gallaway.

See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond

Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.

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This guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Jefferson County; the original posting controls.