Bid guide
How to bid on Senior Living Management Services at JFK for Cambridge Housing Authority
What the agency is buying
The Cambridge Housing Authority (CHA) is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide property and facility management services, with enhanced senior living services, for its JFK Apartment building in Cambridge, Massachusetts. This is an opportunity for firms with experience in managing housing for similar-sized agencies.
The CHA is a large provider of affordable housing in Cambridge, managing 3,195 units and leasing an additional 4,000 units through its Local Leased Housing Program. The successful firm will need to demonstrate significant experience in this specific area.
Key dates and deadlines
The Request for Proposal (RFP) became available on Thursday, July 22, 2026, after 10:00 AM. If you have questions or need further information, these must be submitted in writing by 2:00 PM on Wednesday, July 28, 2026. No inquiries will be considered after this deadline.
Proposals are due electronically by 2:00 PM on Thursday, August 6, 2026. Any modifications or withdrawals of proposals must be made in writing and received by the CHA before this deadline.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is best suited for professional firms with substantial experience in property and facility management, specifically with enhanced services for senior living. The CHA emphasizes the need for firms that have served housing agencies of a similar size to the Cambridge Housing Authority.
Firms specializing in senior care, property management, or facilities management within the housing sector, particularly those familiar with federal and state-funded programs, would find this relevant.
How to respond
To obtain the RFP electronically, you must contact [email protected]. Do not submit on COMMBUYS for this solicitation.
Proposals must be submitted electronically. You should email your Qualifications Proposal to Rocky Ludger at [email protected]. Your Cost Proposal must be emailed SEPARATELY to Kristen Donnelly at [email protected]. In the body of each email, clearly identify whether it is the Qualifications Proposal or the Cost Proposal, along with your firm's name.
Tips for a competitive response
Carefully review the RFP documents once you receive them to understand all requirements and evaluation criteria. Pay close attention to the specific experience requested regarding senior living services and managing properties for housing agencies of a similar scale.
Ensure your Qualifications Proposal clearly highlights your firm's relevant experience and expertise. For the Cost Proposal, make sure it is detailed, accurate, and submitted separately as instructed. Adhere strictly to all submission instructions and deadlines, especially for questions and proposal delivery, to ensure your bid is considered.
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.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Cambridge Housing Authority; the original posting controls.