Opportunity
Kingston Biddingo #F18-CS-HSS-2024-02
Operational Review of Kingston Frontenac Housing Corporation (KFHC)
Posted
August 21, 2024
Respond By
September 18, 2024
Identifier
F18-CS-HSS-2024-02
NAICS
541618
This opportunity is for a comprehensive operational review of the Kingston Frontenac Housing Corporation (KFHC), managed by the City of Kingston. - Government Buyer: - City of Kingston, acting as Service Manager - Scope of Work: - Conduct a full operational review of KFHC, which manages 1,525 market and rent-geared-to-income (RGI) units across 68 properties - Evaluate KFHC's current operating structure and funding model for alignment with the Housing Services Act, regulations, and local policies - Research and recommend best practices for operating and funding Local Housing Corporations in Ontario - Perform on-site inspections at KFHC apartment buildings to verify compliance with elevator safety, fire safety, and roof anchor standards - Confirm compliance for smoke/CO2 detectors in row housing and duplexes off-site - Unique/Notable Requirements: - No tenant interviews or surveys will be conducted - Review is limited to KFHC and does not include other housing providers - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are mentioned in the solicitation
Description
This Request for Proposals (RFP) issued by the City of Kingston invites proponents to submit proposals for a comprehensive operational review of Kingston Frontenac Housing Corporation (KFHC). The review will cover KFHC's 1,525 market and rent-geared-to-income (RGI) units across 68 properties. The scope includes evaluating KFHC's current operating structure and funding model to determine if they meet expected outcomes under relevant housing legislation and policies. Additionally, the review will research best practices for operating and funding Local Housing Corporations in the province and provide recommendations to the Service Manager.