Even as Rhode Island faces a crisis of housing affordability resulting from a lack of sufficient supply, there are substantial opportunities for new development. Many of these opportunities are in properties that have already received some level of financial support (site acquisition and predevelopment funding) and others are being presented on a regular basis. Although each property is unique, there are common needs for additional assistance. This RFQ intends to create a pool of consultants to provide tailored technical assistance to help projects proceed expeditiously. The time commitment for each activity will vary depending on a project’s needs. We are seeking firms to provide the following technical assistance directly to the Development Corporation and Grantees on an as needed basis: • Predevelopment activities including, but not limited to: Environmental assessments, surveys, title work, soil testing, architectural work, infrastructure assessment and design, site plan preparation, and cost estimation. • Permitting strategy development and implementation activities including, but not limited to: Assessment of current zoning and permitting requirements, assistance submitting and obtaining required federal, state, or municipal approvals. • Financial Feasibility Analysis activities including, but not limited to: Conducting market analysis, developing project proformas, exploring financing options. • Other project development activities (please specify) that you deem to be relevant and appropriate, but are not included above.
