Specifications include, but are not limited to:The following is a list of objectives with respect to data collection and analysis for the Delaware QAP. The scope of services to be provided by the selected consulting organization shall include, but not be limited to, the following: 1.Research and Evaluation of Existing QAP Consultant will research and evaluate criteria used in Delaware and other states, as well as “best pract i c e s ” a d o p t e d b y t h e N a t i o n a l C o u n c i l o f S t a t e H o u s i n g F i n a n c e A g e n c i e s ( N C S H A ) . Research will include a review of the current Delaware Housing Needs Assessment and Consolidated Plan, and state strategies for investment to assist in meeting the State’s goals and objectives for affordable housing through the LIHTC program. Research will include, but not be limited to, the following areas: IRS requirements; LIHTC allocations and pools; Threshold requirements; Ranking and points categories; Application processes, including the application, attachment requirements and procedures; Review and selection process; Tax-exempt bond financing; HDF, HOME, NHTF, and other state financing processes as applied to the LIHTC program; Underwriting guidelines and processes; and Other applicable DSHA LIHTC policies and procedures as necessary
