Residential Housing Decarbonization and Retrofits
Note: This RFP has led to the launch of the Green Homes Chicago program. To learn more or express your interest in participating in the program click here.
Request for Proposals (RFP)
The Department of Housing (DOH) is seeking one or more retrofit providers to equitably decarbonize one-to-four-unit residential buildings in Chicago by providing low- and moderate-income homeowners with home upgrades including new insulation and heat pump heating and cooling systems. Retrofits may also include induction stoves, heat pump water heaters, heat pump clothes dryers, air sealing around doors and windows, smart thermostats, and other interventions.
Key Dates
RFP Release: Thursday, July 20, 2023
Virtual Pre-Bidder's Conference: 10 a.m. CDT, Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023
Presentation | Q&A (amended Aug. 18, 2023)
RFP Due Date: Friday, Sept. 1, 2023
Evaluation Criteria
Proposals will be evaluated and selected based on the applicant’s organizational capacity and values, program design implementation, budget justification and capacity, and experience.
Pre-Bidder’s Conference
A virtual pre-bidder's conference was held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 1. 2023.
- Download the pre-bid conference presentation
- Watch the pre-bid conference recording
- View the list of attendees
Questions
Questions regarding the RFP should be submitted via email to steph.o’connor@cityofchicago.org.