Business Opportunities

Thank you for your interest in the Housing Authority of Bexar County. If you are a supplier of products, goods and/or services, HABC may have opportunities for you and your firm.

All Invitations for Bids (IFBs) and Request for Proposals (RFPs) are subject to HABC’s procurement policies and federal guidelines. HABC encourages the participation of Minority Business Enterprises and Women Business Enterprises in response to available contracts.

The family will return these documents to the HABC office where they will be reviewed. If all is in order and rent requested is approvable, an inspection of the housing unit will be conducted within 5-10 business days.  If the housing unit meets Housing Quality Standards (HQS) set by federal regulations and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the lease will be approved. 

A Housing Assistance Payments Contract must be signed by the Landlord and HABC. This contract runs concurrently with the Lease Agreement signed between the Landlord and the Program Participant. A participant can remain on the Housing Assistance Program as long as they continue to be eligible and fulfill their obligations under the federal regulations of the program. 

Procurement Guidelines

The objectives of procurement activities is the timely acquisition of materials, supplies, equipment, construction and professional services while addressing the following guiding principles:

  • Ensure an open, transparent and compliant process;
  • Achieve best dollar value in all procurement activities;
  • Ensure participation of Minorities and Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUB) in all phases of procurement and contracting activities.

All significant formal Bids and Proposals whose total estimated value exceeds $50,000 will be advertised in local newspapers, posted on HABC web site, and by mailing invitations to businesses of record including minority associations and businesses. Informal quote solicitations for goods and services valued under $50,000 may be obtained by phone, email, fax or US mail.

The award shall be made to the “lowest responsible and responsive bidder” taking into consideration quality, and performance of the contractor on similar projects.

Request for Proposals will be issued and advertised for services or special projects and allows for a wider interpretation of what is required of the service provider in order to complete the project successfully. Proposals will be evaluated on price, scope of services offered, responsiveness, ability and history of successfully completing contracts of this type, references and key personnel.

Request for Proposals will be issued and advertised for services or special projects and allows for a wider interpretation of what is required of the service provider in order to complete the project successfully. Proposals will be evaluated on price, scope of services offered, responsiveness, ability and history of successfully completing contracts of this type, references and key personnel.

Request for Qualifications will be issued and advertised requesting qualifications and performance data from architects, engineers, landscape architects and consulting/professional firms.  The selection of a consultant will not be based solely on price.  Factors such as qualifications and experience of principals and staff, methodology, management, technical support, financial stability, experience and history of the firm will be considered

For our complete procurement policy, please see our Procurement Policy Manual

For questions or more information, please contact info@habctx.org or 210-225-0071

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