When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due July 28, 2026. Questions must be submitted by July 21, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $120,000.

It was issued by City Of Cupertino. The work is located in Cupertino, California, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Expertise in housing policy, inclusionary zoning, and housing finance analysis. Experience with municipal nexus studies and economic feasibility analyses. Strong track record of working with local governments in California. Familiarity with RHNA and regional housing policy requirements. Capacity to deliver clear, legally defensible documentation.

Below Market Rate Inclusionary Housing and In-Lieu Fees Nexus Study Services (Due July 28, 2026)

Overview

Architecture, Engineering & Urban Planning

Cupertino, California, United StatesPosted: July 1st, 2026Deadline: July 28th, 2026

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SUMMARY

Cupertino seeks a vendor to conduct a comprehensive nexus study for its Below Market Rate Inclusionary Housing Program and associated in-lieu fees.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Project Manager must have at least five years of overall project management experience working on development impact fees and/or inclusionary affordable housing and in-lieu fee nexus studies for public agencies.
Lead Staff and Technical Staff must each have at least three years of experience working on the preparation of development impact fees and/or inclusionary affordable housing and in-lieu fee nexus studies for public agencies.
Must agree to accept the terms of the City’s Standard Professional/Specialized Services Agreement, including indemnification and insurance requirements, without modification.
Must hold or obtain a business license in the City of Cupertino for any work within City limits.
Must provide a cost proposal including all proposed tasks, broken down by task or phase.
Must provide a list of three similar projects completed by the PM and lead staff within the last five years.
Must maintain insurance coverage as specified in the agreement, including Commercial General Liability ($2,000,000), Automobile Liability ($1,000,000), and Professional Liability ($2,000,000).

BUDGET

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$120,000

CONTRACT DURATION

12 months

TIMELINE

RFP Released: June 30th, 2026

Deadline for Consultant Questions: July 21st, 2026

Proposals Due: July 28th, 2026

Evaluation of Proposals: August 3rd, 2026

Contract Award: August 4th, 2026

Project Kickoff: August 2026

Data Review and Analysis: September 2026

Draft Methodology and Fee Calculation: October 2026

Administrative Draft Report: November 2026

Final Report and Presentation: February 2027

QUESTION DEADLINE

July 21st, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

City Of Cupertino

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DESCRIPTION

The city of Cupertino is seeking a qualified vendor to conduct a nexus study related to their Below Market Rate (BMR) Inclusionary Housing Program and in-lieu fees. The scope of work includes preparation of all necessary nexus analyses, economic feasibility evaluations, fee studies, and supporting documentation to ensure the program remains legally defensible and economically viable.

The selected vendor will also need to assess the city's existing Housing Mitigation Program and relevant ordinances, review municipal planning documents such as the General Plan and Housing Element, and analyze current development patterns, demographic forecasts, and progress toward meeting Cupertino's regional housing needs allocation (RHNA).

Vendors interested in bidding must submit any questions by July 21, 2026.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due July 28, 2026. Questions must be submitted by July 21, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: The published budget is $120,000.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by City Of Cupertino. The work is located in Cupertino, California, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Expertise in housing policy, inclusionary zoning, and housing finance analysis
Experience with municipal nexus studies and economic feasibility analyses
Strong track record of working with local governments in California
Familiarity with RHNA and regional housing policy requirements
Capacity to deliver clear, legally defensible documentation

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