Down Payment Assistance Program

The City of Jacksonville, FL, is preparing to issue a pre-RFP signal for its Down Payment Assistance Program, which aims to support the construction of six new homes on city-owned lots. This initiative is designed to provide down payment assistance of up to $50,000 for eligible buyers, indicating a forthcoming solicitation for builders. During a recent Neighborhood Improvement Services Advisory Committee meeting, officials discussed the project, emphasizing the opportunity for builders to participate. This is a critical moment for vendors interested in public sector contracts, as the city is actively seeking builders to construct homes that will aid new buyers in the community. An excerpt from the meeting highlights the city's plans: “we are going to be um six lots that we are getting ready to prepare for reconstruction that will provide an opportunity for six new buyers to come on board. And we'll be looking for some builders that would like to build on those lots when the bids come out.” Agency: Jacksonville, FL Signal type: pre_RFP Sentinel confidence: 100/100 Independent mentions: 1 Meeting date: 2026-08-24 / jurisdiction: Jacksonville, FL Builders and contractors should monitor this opportunity closely as the formal RFP is expected to be released soon.