Public Notices

2025 - 2025 Warming Shelters
On September 23, Governor Janet Mills and MaineHousing announced $2.3 million in state grants to support the operation of 12 overnight emergency warming centers in seven Maine counties this winter.
February 2026 Board Meeting
A regular meeting of the Commissioners of the Maine State Housing Authority (“MaineHousing”) will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 17, 2026
RFQ - Home For Good Projects
Governor Mills and the Maine State Legislature have provided funding for the Home for Good Program to facilitate the delivery of support and stabilization services to residents of properties established or developed to provide permanent housing to address chronic homelessness in the State. This RFQ was established by MaineHousing to select Developer/ Owner/Manager/Service Provider Teams to develop and operate Home for Good Projects. The Deadline for submissions is January 22, 2026 @ 5pm.
January 2026 Board Meeting
A regular meeting of the Commissioners of the Maine State Housing Authority (“MaineHousing”) will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 20, 2026
RFP - Technical Assistance Related to Multifamily Housing
MaineHousing is requesting proposals requesting proposals from experienced, qualified, and professional companies who can provide technical assistance to new or inexperienced developers; conduct outreach and training sessions; assist entities including, but not limited to, municipalities and regional economic development groups that are interested in working with a developer to provide housing; and assist MaineHousing when technical assistance is needed with regards to new programs or special situations. Deadline for submissions is December 16, 2025 @ 5pm.
2026 RFQ to Administer a Community Aging in Place Grant Program
MaineHousing is requesting is requesting proposals from experienced, qualified, and professional companies who can provide client intake and assessments, schedule home repair work for eligible units, and conduct final assessments and inspections in those units. Deadline for submissions is December 16, 2025 @ 5pm.
December 2025 Board Meeting
A regular meeting of the Commissioners of the Maine State Housing Authority (“MaineHousing”) will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 16, 2025
HEAP Announcement
MaineHousing’s Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) is open and accepting applications. Although federal funding for this season was delayed by the recent federal government shutdown, MaineHousing received confirmation this week that federal funds are anticipated to be delivered by the end of November. More details in the full post.
Notice of Public Comment - Recovery Housing Program Annual Performance Report
MaineHousing has prepared a report of its Federal FY2025 State of Maine Recovery Housing Program Activities covering the period of October 1, 2024 through September 20, 2025. MaineHousing is accepting public comment on the Recovery Housing Program Annual Report. Comments must be received by MaineHousing no later than 5pm on November 25, 2025.
November 2025 Board Meeting
A regular meeting of the Commissioners of the Maine State Housing Authority (“MaineHousing”) will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Notice of Public Hearing - Proposed Issuance of Tax-Exempt Bonds for Multi-family Housing
MaineHousing intends to issue qualified 501(c)(3) bonds and exempt facility bonds in an aggregate amount up $169,850,850. A public hearing for this proposed issuance will be held on Friday, November 14, 2025 at 9:00 a.m at MaineHousing, 26 Edison Drive, Augusta ME 04330
October 2025 Board Meeting
A regular meeting of the Commissioners of the Maine State Housing Authority (“MaineHousing”) will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 21, 2025
RFP - Rapid Resolution/Housing Problem Solving Training Consultant
MaineHousing is requesting proposals from experienced, qualified, and professional companies that can provide training services in the area of Rapid Resolution and Housing Problem Solving. Deadline for submissions is October 17, 2025 @ 5pm.
RFP - Bond Counsel
MaineHousing is inviting proposals from experienced and qualified firms to act as MaineHousing’s Bond Counsel. Deadline for submissions is October 3rd, 2025 @ 5pm.
Homeless Proposed Rule Public Hearing
A public hearing on the proposed Homeless Solutions Rule is scheduled for Tuesday, September 16th, 2025 at 9:30 AM.
Notice of Amendment to Notice of Funding Availability for Winter Overnight Warming Shelters 2025-26
In accordance with the terms of the Notice of Funding Availability for Winter Overnight Warming Shelters 2025-26 (“Notice”), MaineHousing hereby provides this Notice of Amendment and amends the RFP as follows: Deadline for submission of applications has been extended to Friday, September 12, 2025 at 5:00pm.
Save The Date - Affordable Housing Conference
Join us for the 2025 Maine Affordable Housing Conference as we discuss the future of affordable housing in Maine. The conference will be held in Bangor at the Cross Insurance Center on Tuesday, September 9, 2025.
ESHAP New Provider Information Session
MaineHousing’s Homeless Initiative Department will be holding an online information session for any agencies that are interested in applying for the Emergency Shelter and Housing Assistance Program (ESHAP) for the first time in 2026. Attendance at this information session will be a prerequisite to application; interested agencies must have a representative attend in order to be eligible to apply.
2025-2026 Notice of Funding Availability for Winter Overnight Warming Shelters
MaineHousing is allocating the last remaining flexible funds to address the issue of unsheltered homelessness during the winter months of 2025-26. This Notice of Funding Availability invites applications for funding of overnight warming shelters to become operational by November 15, 2025 and operate until April 30, 2026. Deadline for submission is August 29, 2025 @ 5pm.
Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds - Fryeburg Apartments
On or about August 21, 2025, the Maine State Housing Authority will authorize Community Concepts Inc. to submit a request to HUD Community Planning and Development, for the release of funds from Community Project Funding Program B-24-CP-ME-1102 under the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024 (P.L. 118-42) to undertake a project known as Fryeburg Apartments.
Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds - Rumford Supportive Housing
On or about August 21, 2025, the Maine State Housing Authority will authorize Community Concepts Inc. to submit a request to HUD Community Planning and Development, for the release of funds from Community Project Funding Program B-24-CP-ME-1102 under the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024 (P.L. 118-42) to undertake a project known as Rumford Supportive Housing.
Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds - Farmington Apartments
On or about August 21, 2025, the Maine State Housing Authority will authorize Community Concepts Inc. to submit a request to HUD Community Planning and Development, for the release of funds from Community Project Funding Program B-24-CP-ME-1102 under the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024 (P.L. 118-42) to undertake a project known as Farmington Apartments.
Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds - 399 Main Street Fryeburg Apartments
On or about August 21, 2025, the Maine State Housing Authority will authorize Community Concepts Inc. to submit a request to HUD Community Planning and Development, for the release of funds from Community Project Funding Program B-24-CP-ME-1102 under the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024 (P.L. 118-42) to undertake a project known as 399 Main Street, Fryeburg Apartments.
Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds - Norway Family Apartments
On or about August 21, 2025, the Maine State Housing Authority will authorize Community Concepts Inc. to submit a request to HUD Community Planning and Development, for the release of funds from Community Project Funding Program B-24-CP-ME-1102 under the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024 (P.L. 118-42) to undertake a project known as Norway Family Apartments.
Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds - High Street Apartments
On or about August 21, 2025, the Maine State Housing Authority will authorize Community Concepts Inc. to submit a request to HUD Community Planning and Development, for the release of funds from Community Project Funding Program B-24-CP-ME-1102 under the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024 (P.L. 118-42) to undertake a project known as High Street Apartments.
August 2025 Board Meeting
A regular meeting of the Commissioners of the Maine State Housing Authority (“MaineHousing”) will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, August 19, 2025
RFP - Management Training Program
MaineHousing is requesting proposals from experienced, qualified, and professional companies to provide a One- or Two-Day Management Training Program for MaineHousing’s management team once or twice per year. Deadline for submissions is July 25th, 2025 @ 5pm.
Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds
On or about July 31, 2025, the Maine State Housing Authority will submit a request to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the release of funds under the Lead Hazard Control and Healthy Homes Program.
RFP - Housing Stability Support Program Administrator
MaineHousing seeks an Applicant or Applicants to administer the Housing Stability Support Program. MaineHousing will disburse funding to the designated program administrator/s, collect data on use of funds from the administrator/s, and monitor and report on program outcomes. Deadline for submissions is July 25th, 2025 @ 5pm.
RFP - Software System To Manage Housing Choice Voucher Program
In this RFP for a Software System to Manage Housing Choice Voucher Program MaineHousing is requesting proposals from experienced, qualified, and professional companies who can provide and assist with the implementation of a comprehensive, modern, and secure software to manage the Housing Choice Voucher Program. Deadline for submissions is July 18th, 2025 @ 5pm.
RFP - HMIS Lead Agency
MaineHousing is posting the RFP on behalf of the Maine Continuum of Care (MCoC). The MCoC is requesting proposals from experienced, qualified, and professional entities who can effectively transition into the role of Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) Lead Agency for the MCoC by January 1, 2026. Deadline for submissions is July 11, 2025 @ 5pm.
Notice Of Public Comment - Request For Release of Funds
On or about June 23, 2025, the Maine State Housing Authority will authorize Community Concepts Inc. to submit a request to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Community Planning and Development, for the release of funds from Community Project Funding Program B-24-CP-ME-1102 under the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024 (P.L. 118-42) to undertake a project known as Brownfield Apartments.
Notice of Public Hearing -Proposed Issuance of Tax-Exempt Single Family Mortgage Bonds
The Maine State Housing Authority proposes to issue tax-exempt single family mortgage bonds and notes in one or more series pursuant to a plan of financing, as contemplated by Section 147(f)(2)(C) of the Internal Revenue Code, to finance, to replace amounts to be used to redeem single family mortgage bonds issued to finance, and to redeem single family mortgage bonds that were used to finance, the acquisition, construction and improvement of owneroccupied residences in the State of Maine.
Public Hearing - Replacement HEAP Rule
A public hearing on the proposed replacement rule for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) will be held on Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 9:30 a.m.
May 2025 Board Meeting
A regular meeting of the Commissioners of the Maine State Housing Authority (“MaineHousing”) will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday,May 20, 2025
Public Hearing - Proposed HEAP State Plan
A public hearing on the proposed State Plan for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) for Federal Fiscal Year 2026 will be held on Tuesday, May 15, 2025 at 9:30 a.m.
RFP - Janitorial Services
In this Request for Proposals for Janitorial Services MaineHousing is requesting a proposal from an experienced, qualified, and professional company to provide MaineHousing’s Janitorial Services. Deadline for submissions is May 14th, 2025 @ 5pm.
RFP - Groundskeeping & Snow Removal Services
In this Request for Proposals for Groundskeeping & Snow Removal Services MaineHousing is requesting a proposal from an experienced, qualified, and professional company to provide MaineHousing’s year-round groundskeeping & snow removal services. Deadline for submissions is May 14th, 2025 @ 5pm.
RFI - HMIS Lead Agency
MaineHousing is posting the RFI on behalf of the Maine Continuum of Care (MCoC). The MCoC is requesting information from experienced, qualified, and professional entities who can effectively transition into the role of HMIS Lead Agency for the MCoC by January 1, 2026. Deadline for submissions is May 9th, 2025 @ 5pm.
April 2025 Board Meeting
A regular meeting of the Commissioners of the Maine State Housing Authority (“MaineHousing”) will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday,April 15, 2025
2024 CAPER Available For Public Comment
MaineHousing and DECD are drafting the CAPER for the Consolidated Plan program year 2024 and the report is available for public comment. The deadline for written comments is 5pm on March 28, 2025.
March 2025 Board Meeting
A regular meeting of the Commissioners of the Maine State Housing Authority (“MaineHousing”) will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday,March 25, 2025
RFP for Maine's Homeless Response System Gaps & Needs Analysis
MaineHousing is requesting a proposal from an experienced, qualified, and professional company who can carry out a gaps and needs analysis of homelessness resources and services in the state and provide recommendations on addressing identified gaps. Deadline for submission is March 7, 2025 @ 5pm.
February 2025 Board Meeting
A regular meeting of the Commissioners of the Maine State Housing Authority (“MaineHousing”) will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 21, 2025
January 2025 Board Meeting
A regular meeting of the Commissioners of the Maine State Housing Authority (“MaineHousing”) will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 21, 2025
Public Comment - State of Maine Recovery Housing Plan
MaineHousing will hold a public hearing to gather comments on the draft Substantial Amendment on August 3, 2021 at 2:15 pm at Maine State Housing Authority, 26 Edison Drive, Augusta, Maine.
Public Hearing -- Consolidated Plan
The Maine State Housing Authority and the Department of Economic and Community Development are drafting the Consolidated Plan and encourage citizens to comment. MaineHousing and DECD will hold a public hearing to gather comments on the draft Consolidated Plan on October 28, 2019 at 10 am at the MaineHousing Office, 353 Water Street, Augusta Maine.
Public Hearing - Proposed Waiver of Weatherization Cap
A public hearing on the proposed waiver to increase the amount of FFY 2015 HEAP funds which may be used for low-cost residential weatherization and other energy-related home repair is scheduled for Thursday, May 28, 2015 at 9:15 a.m.