Sustainable Community Housing

Residential

$25M - $35M
Portland, OR
Deadline: 2024-09-30

Project Overview

The Sustainable Community Housing project aims to create an innovative, mixed-income residential development that showcases the best practices in sustainable urban living. This project will provide affordable, environmentally friendly housing while fostering a strong sense of community.

Scope of Work

  • Construction of 200 mixed-income housing units (50% affordable)
  • Implementation of green building practices aiming for LEED Platinum certification
  • Development of community gardens and shared green spaces
  • Installation of renewable energy systems (solar and geothermal)
  • Creation of a greywater recycling system and rainwater harvesting infrastructure

Project Timeline

Community Engagement and Final Design:4 months
Permitting and Pre-construction:3 months
Site Preparation and Foundation Work:5 months
Building Construction:14 months
Sustainable Systems Installation:4 months
Landscaping and Community Space Development:3 months

Evaluation Criteria

Sustainability and Energy Efficiency:30%
Affordability and Social Impact:25%
Innovative Design and Community Integration:20%
Construction Quality and Durability:15%
Project Management and Timeline:10%

Submission Instructions

Proposals must be submitted to housing@portland.gov by 11:59 PM PST on March 31, 2024. Include detailed architectural plans, sustainability strategies, community engagement plans, and financial models demonstrating long-term viability. A public presentation of shortlisted proposals will be held in May 2024.