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Request for Proposals (RFP): Industrialized Offsite Construction (IOC) Design Partner – Design for Manufacturing and Assembly -Optimized, Factory-Built Housing Portfolio
Appalachian Highlands Housing Partners (AHHP), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in Abingdon, Virginia, is seeking quotes from experienced Offsite Construction / Factory-built teams to develop a comprehensive design package for several single-family housing models. These homes will serve communities throughout southwest Virginia as well as surrounding areas in Kentucky, Tennessee, North Carolina and West Virginia. Designs must be optimized for off-site factory-built construction (3D volumetric modules, 2D panelized systems, and hybrid/componentized approaches).
This RFP supports AHHP’s mission to expand attainable, high-quality, factory-built housing. Designs must be cost efficient, factory friendly, transportable, and easily adaptable to meet building code compliance in the states listed above.
AHHP will not only produce high quality factory-built homes but will also be facilitating a 30,000 square foot training facility as part of the overall program. This training facility will be the jumping off point for an innovative approach to a long-range goal of strengthening and enhancing the workforce. The enhancement of the local workforce will ensure that the program is providing not only immediate jobs but establishing a meaningful ecosystem in the future.
Successful candidates must agree to participate in a 3-day Design Charrette with AHHP, community partners, and local residents to discuss all aspects of the appropriate design for future residents.
The winning proposal will include:
- A creative team
- Sharp deadlines
- Ability to create a catalog of final products at the end of 1 year
- Ability to engage in a 3-day charrette with community subcommittee
For this RFP, “IOC / factory-built” includes (but is not limited to) 3D volumetric modulars, 2D panelized systems, and hybrid/componentized approaches (e.g., MEP/service cartridges/pods). Respondents must demonstrate Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DfMA) experience applicable to housing produced in a factory environment and deployed regionally.
RFP Release Date: 1/2/26
Submission Deadline: 2/20/26
RFP Applicant Notification Date: 3/6/26
3 Day Design Charrette: May 2026