Request for Proposals (RFP): Housing Study and Market Analysis Introduction

Description: Introduction The City of Jackson, Missouri is seeking qualified consultants to conduct a comprehensive Housing Study and Market Analysis to better understand current housing conditions, future housing needs, and policies or strategies that support a more balanced, attainable housing supply. Scope of Work Task 1: Demographic and Economic Analysis • Compile and analyze demographic, socioeconomic, and labor market data. • Identify trends influencing housing demand such as population growth and household composition. Task 2: Housing Supply and Market Conditions Assessment • Inventory the City's existing housing stock, including housing type, tenure, condition, affordability, and vacancy. • Assess rental and for-sale market trends, including rents, home prices, and absorption. Task 3: Housing Needs Analysis • Identify current and future housing gaps and unmet needs. • Forecast future housing demand by type, tenure, and price point. Task 4: Housing Ecosystem Scan • Review relevant plans, zoning regulations, policies, and funding sources. • Identify opportunities and barriers affecting local housing production. Task 5: Return on Investment Analysis • Develop growth scenarios and estimate economic and workforce impacts. • Quantify potential fiscal impacts associated with new housing development. Task 6: Review of Potential Incentives for Residential Developments • Evaluate local, state, and federal incentives that support residential development. • Assess feasibility of City-administered incentives such as tax abatements and fee reductions. Task 7: Final Report • Summarize key findings and market analysis. • Provide recommendations and action items for a path forward in housing growth. 101 Court Street, Jackson, Missouri 63755 | P: 573.243.3568 | F: 573.243.4588 | www.cityofjacksonmo.gov • Provide housing strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats to the housing market and future growth. Proposal Requirements • Firm background and qualifications • Project team and roles • Project approach and methodology • Project timeline with milestones • Cost proposal • Three references from similar projects Evaluation Criteria • Demonstrated experience with housing market analysis • Understanding of the City's goals and proposed approach • Quality of methodology • Qualifications of project team • Proposed cost and overall value Submission Instructions Submit proposals by 4:00 pm, Thursday, November 12, 2026, electronically or by mail: Matt Winters mwinters@cityofjacksonmo.gov City Administrator City of Jackson 101 Court Street Jackson, MO 63755 Questions Questions regarding this RFP may be submitted to Matt Winters at mwinters@cityofjacksonmo.gov no later than Thursday, November 5, 2026. 101 Court Street, Jackson, Missouri 63755 | P: 573.243.3568 | F: 573.243.4588 | www.cityofjacksonmo.gov