Rural Nevada CoC FY2026 Local Competition
The Rural Nevada Continuum of Care completed its FY2026 Local Competition and submitted the CoC-approved FY2026 Consolidated Application, Project Priority Listing, and project applications to HUD. Final local competition materials and the public competition record are available below. HUD retains final authority for funding decisions.
This page serves as the public record for the Rural Nevada Continuum of Care FY2026 Local Competition. It includes final competition results, scoring and ranking materials, the CoC Consolidated Application, Project Priority Listing, applicant resources, technical assistance materials, and competition updates. Historical applicant materials remain available below for reference.
Table of Contents
Final Consolidated Application & Public Posting
FY2026 Consolidated Application and Final Competition Results
The documents above constitute the public posting of the RNCoC FY2026 Consolidated Application and local competition results. Project applicants and RNCoC stakeholders were notified of the posting in accordance with HUD requirements.
Approved by RNCoC Steering Committee: 9/28/2026.
How Projects Were Scored and Ranked
Final Project Priority Listing and Local Competition Selection Results
Eligible applications were evaluated using the FY2026 RNCoC scoring methodology applicable to their competition track.
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Renewal projects were evaluated using objective historical project performance and compliance information, including system performance measures, monitoring results, HMIS data quality, corrective actions, grant management and financial compliance, together with scored narrative responses.
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New projects do not have historical CoC-funded project performance data. They were therefore evaluated using objective, independently verifiable information submitted through the application process, including organizational capacity, financial capacity, partnerships and community coordination, organizational readiness, and scored narrative criteria.
Project evaluation scores served as the starting point for development of the Project Priority Listing. In accordance with RNCoC policy, HMIS and Coordinated Entry renewal projects were automatically prioritized as system-critical projects. The Rating & Ranking Committee then prioritized remaining renewal projects, projects created through full voluntary reallocation of existing CoC funding, and remaining new projects while preserving relative score order within those groupings.
The Rating & Ranking Committee convened on August 7, 2026 to review project scores, reconcile documented scoring issues where appropriate, consider HUD funding requirements and local priorities, and develop the recommended Project Priority Listing. The Committee’s recommendation was subsequently advanced for final RNCoC approval.
The Rating & Ranking Committee convened on August 7, 2026 to review project scores, reconcile scoring where necessary, consider HUD funding structure and local priorities, and develop the recommended Project Priority Listing. The Committee’s recommended ranking was subsequently advanced for final CoC approval.
All project applications that advanced through the FY2026 RNCoC Local Competition were accepted for inclusion in the final competition process. No project applications were denied by the RNCoC. Several recipients voluntarily reduced or relinquished existing renewal funding through the reallocation process. These voluntary reallocations allowed existing CoC Program resources to support new eligible project applications developed through the local competition.
Understanding Project Score and Final Rank
Project Score reflects the result of the project’s application evaluation. Final Rank reflects the project’s placement on the Project Priority Listing after application of the RNCoC’s approved ranking methodology.
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Project scores served as the starting point for ranking. HMIS and Coordinated Entry were automatically prioritized as system-critical projects in accordance with RNCoC policy. The Rating & Ranking Committee then prioritized remaining renewal projects, projects created through full voluntary reallocation of existing CoC funding, and remaining new projects while preserving relative score order within those groupings.
FY2026 Voluntary Reallocation
The FY2026 Local Competition included voluntary reallocation of existing CoC Program funding. Recipients that elected to reduce or relinquish all or a portion of existing renewal funding did so voluntarily.Reallocated funds were made available for eligible new project applications developed through the local competition. Voluntary reallocation recommendations were considered as part of the Rating & Ranking Committee's development of the Project Priority Listing.
No project application was involuntarily denied or reduced by the RNCoC through the FY2026 local competition.
General Information
Competition Timeline
| Key Item | Date |
| HUD FY2026 CoC NOFO Released | June 1, 2026 |
| RNCoC Local Competition Opened | July 15, 2026 |
| DV Bonus Applicant Webinar | July 15, 2026 |
| Local Competition Registration Deadline | July 24, 2026 |
| Local Applications Due | July 31, 2026 |
| Rating & Ranking Committee | August 7, 2026 |
| Applicants Notified of Acceptance and Rank | August 7, 2026 |
| Appeals Deadline | August 10, 2026 at 12:00 PM |
| HUD FY2026 CoC NOFO Reopened | September 18, 2026 |
| RNCoC Steering Committee Approval | September 28, 2026 |
| Final Public Posting | September 30, 2026 |
| HUD Submission | September 30, 2026 |
| Revised Federal Deadline | September 30, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET |
NOFO Meetings & Technical Assistance Archive
Throughout the FY2026 Local Competition, RNCoC hosted recurring technical assistance meetings for applicants and CoC members. Available recordings, slides, and supporting materials are archived below.
Throughout the FY2026 Local Competition, RNCoC hosted recurring technical assistance meetings for applicants, CoC members, and community partners. Sessions addressed HUD requirements, eligible project types, local application requirements, threshold review, project budgets, rating and ranking, e-snaps, and other competition-related questions.
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Available recordings, presentation materials, and supporting resources are archived below for reference.
Questions
Questions about the FY2026 Local Competition may be submitted to: rncoc@wingedwolf.org.
Questions and answers that apply to all applicants will be posted publicly on this page to ensure all applicants have access to the same information.
HUD and Federal Resources
Resource
Purpose & Link
HUD FY2026 CoC Program Competition page
FY2026 CoC NOFO
HUD Issued CoC NOFO Factsheet
Grants.Gov CoC NOFO Link
FY2026 YHDP NOFO
Grants.gov YHDP NOFO Link
HUD FY2026 CoC Builds NOFO Link
HUD FY2026 CoC Builds NOFO
Local Resources
Resource
Purpose & Link
Threshold Review
Rating & Ranking Process
Scoring Overview
Rating Guidance Renewal Project Applications
Rating Guidance New Project Applications
PIT Report
Renewal Application Template
New Application Template
Priority Listing
Grant Inventory Worksheet
Local Competition Certification & Assurances Form
Budget Form
Local Competition Registration Form
Monitoring Resources
Monitoring ToolÂ
Monitoring Documents Checklist
Monitoring Overview Recording
OneDrive Document Submission
Local Competition - Rating & Ranking
Rating & Ranking Policies & Procedures
Local Competition Scoring Overview
Conflict of Interest for Rating & Ranking Committee
Scoring Template for Rating & Ranking Team
Rating Guidance for New Project Applications
Rating Guidance for New Project Applications – Quick Reference Guide
Rating Guidance for Renewal Project Applications
Overview of Local Competition Process
The RNCoC Local Competition includes a series of steps designed to support applicants, evaluate project eligibility and quality, complete Rating & Ranking, provide an opportunity for appeals, and develop the final CoC Consolidated Application and Project Priority Listing for submission to HUD.The steps below provide an overview of the annual local competition process. Specific dates, requirements, and materials may vary by competition year and are identified in the applicable competition timeline and resources.
Applicants should review the FY2026 HUD CoC NOFO, Rural Nevada CoC local competition timeline, and local competition requirements before beginning an application.
The Rural Nevada CoC will hold weekly NOFO meetings to discuss the local competition, eligible project types, consolidated application, and applicant questions.
Applicants should prepare the required project application, budget materials, compliance/risk materials, and any project-specific attachments.
Applicants submit all required local competition materials by the published local deadline using the submission process established for that competition year.
Current projects will be asked to submit some documentation for monitoring to ensure compliance with current processes and eligibility to submit for renewal
RNCoC may request information from applicants, funded providers, and community partners to support responses to HUD's CoC Consolidated Application, including information related to partnerships, services, community resources, system coordination, and other HUD requirements.
Submitted applications are reviewed for applicable threshold requirements, applicant and project eligibility, required documentation, organizational and fiscal capacity, and other local and HUD requirements.
Eligible applications are evaluated using the published scoring methodology. The Rating & Ranking Committee reviews project scores and applications, develops funding recommendations and the proposed Project Priority Listing, and applicants are provided an opportunity to appeal in accordance with RNCoC policies.
Archived FY2026 Applicant Checklist
The checklist below is retained as part of the public record of the FY2026 Local Competition. The FY2026 local application period is closed.
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Required / Recommended | Item | Applies to |
Required | Project Application | New or Renewal |
Required | Budget Template | New and Renewal |
Required | Compliance and Risk Review | New and Renewal |
Required Review | Rating and Ranking Procedures | New and Renewal |
Recommended | Local Competition Webinar Recording | New and Renewal |
Recommended | HUD FY2026 NOFO | New and Renewal |
As applicable | Reallocation Cheat Sheet / Flow Chart | Renewal or reallocation projects |
FY2026 Webinar, Office Hours, and Technical Assistance Archive
RNCoC provided recurring applicant support throughout the FY2026 Local Competition. Recordings, slides, and other available materials are retained below for reference.
Weekly NOFO Webinars
Date
Video
Slides
Review, Rating, Ranking, and Appeals
The FY2026 Rating & Ranking process was completed in accordance with the RNCoC's published competition materials and Rating & Ranking Policies & Procedures.
The Rating & Ranking Committee reviewed eligible applications and project scores on August 7, 2026 and developed the recommended Project Priority Listing. Applicants were notified of their acceptance and rank and were provided an opportunity to appeal the competition results in accordance with established RNCoC procedures.
No project applications were denied through the FY2026 Local Competition.
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FAQ / Q&A
FAQ
The FY2026 Continuum of Care Program Competition is HUD’s annual funding process for CoC Program projects. Through this process, the Rural Nevada CoC submits a consolidated application to HUD that includes the CoC Application, the CoC Priority Listing, and eligible project applications selected through the local competition process.
Applicants can and should review the official FY2026 HUD CoC Program NOFO and HUD competition materials in the resources above. Local guidance is intended to support applicants, but applicants are responsible for reviewing and following HUD requirements.
The local competition is the Rural Nevada CoC’s process for reviewing, scoring, ranking, and selecting project applications for inclusion in the CoC’s consolidated application to HUD. Projects must be submitted through the local process before they can be included in the CoC Priority Listing.
Applicants should review the full local competition timeline posted on this page. Key dates include the local application deadline, rating and ranking period, appeals period, public posting date, and HUD’s federal submission deadline.
Current renewal applicants should participate in the local competition. Organizations interested in applying for new project funding should also participate, especially if they are considering Transitional Housing, Supportive Services Only, street outreach, Rapid Re-Housing, Permanent Supportive Housing, DV Bonus, reallocation, or other eligible project opportunities.
No. Renewal projects must still participate in the local competition and must meet applicable HUD and local requirements. HUD has emphasized threshold review, performance, compliance, fiscal capacity, and objective review criteria. Projects that do not meet threshold requirements may not move forward.
HUD uses a two-tier funding process. Tier 1 is generally safer than Tier 2, but funding is not automatic. Projects are placed in Tier 1 or Tier 2 based on the CoC’s local rating and ranking process and HUD’s funding rules. Lower-ranked projects may be placed in Tier 2 and may face greater funding risk.
HUD has placed significant emphasis on new Transitional Housing and Supportive Services Only projects, including street outreach. The Rural Nevada CoC will consider local needs, system gaps, project quality, applicant capacity, and HUD priorities when reviewing and ranking projects.
Yes. Eligible new project opportunities may include projects created through CoC Bonus, DV Bonus, reallocation, or other eligible funding pathways. Applicants should review the local competition materials and HUD NOFO carefully before developing a new project.
Yes, prior project concepts or draft applications may be a helpful starting point. However, applicants should carefully review the FY2026 NOFO and update their project design, language, budget, partnerships, and documentation to align with current HUD requirements and local competition expectations.
e-snaps is HUD’s online system for CoC Program applications. Project applicants use e-snaps to complete and submit project applications, and the Collaborative Applicant uses e-snaps to submit the full CoC consolidated application.
Applicants should log into e-snaps as soon as possible, verify account access, confirm organization information, update contacts, check project access, and resolve any login or account issues before applications are due.
Applicants should follow HUD’s e-snaps access instructions and contact the appropriate HUD support email if they cannot access their account. Applicants should resolve access issues as early as possible to avoid delays once project applications are available.
The Rural Nevada CoC is working to reduce duplication where possible. If e-snaps opens in time, applicants may be asked to complete their project application in e-snaps, export it as a PDF, and submit that as part of the local competition process. If timing requires a different process, the CoC will provide updated instructions.
Threshold review is a pass/fail review of whether an applicant and project meet basic HUD and local requirements. This may include eligibility, project quality, compliance, fiscal capacity, audit requirements, organizational capacity, and other requirements. Projects that do not pass threshold review may not be included in the final application to HUD.
Questions & Answers
June 10, 2026
Yes. Renewal applicants should participate in the local competition, verify e-snaps access, gather required documentation, monitor Rural Nevada CoC communications, and review the local competition webpage regularly.
Applicants should log into e-snaps, verify account access, update contacts, confirm organization and project access, and resolve any login issues as early as possible.
Applicants should follow HUD’s e-snaps access instructions and contact HUD support if needed. The CoC will post available e-snaps guidance in the local competition resources section.
Yes. Prior application materials may be a useful starting point. Applicants should update those materials to align with the FY2026 NOFO, current local competition requirements, and the specific project type being proposed.
No. Nonprofit providers cannot administer rental assistance for Transitional Housing. A nonprofit may still be able to apply for or operate a Transitional Housing project, but if the project includes rental assistance, the nonprofit will need to partner with a government entity or housing authority to administer the rental assistance.
Yes. Government agencies and housing authorities may be able to administer rental assistance for Transitional Housing, subject to HUD requirements and project eligibility.
YHDP renewals are included in this NOFO. A new YHDP NOFO was also announced, but that is seperate from the traditional CoC NOFO.
June 17, 2026
Key concerns include the reduced Tier 1 amount, greater competition for renewal projects, increased emphasis on threshold review, and HUD’s emphasis on new Transitional Housing and Supportive Services Only projects.
Yes. Renewal projects placed in Tier 2 may be at greater risk. Project ranking, threshold review, project performance, and the overall CoC application score are important factors in competitiveness.
Threshold review is pass/fail. A project or agency that does not meet threshold requirements may not move forward in the competition and may be rejected by HUD. This could also negatively affect the overall CoC application.
Considerations may include project type, applicant experience, supportive service partnerships, cost reasonableness, participant engagement expectations, employment or self-sufficiency outcomes, service access, and alignment with HUD and local priorities. Applicants should review the NOFO section relevant to their project type.
Applicants should review the NOFO carefully. Some project types include stronger expectations around services, employment, treatment, activities, or participant engagement. Permanent Supportive Housing may have different considerations because it serves households with disabilities.
Street outreach is a Supportive Services Only project type, but its purpose may be different from a standalone supportive services project. Street outreach should focus on outreach, engagement, connection to services, treatment, shelter, housing pathways, and other appropriate supports.
Reallocation shifts funds from an existing eligible renewal project to create a new project. A transition grant is a type of reallocation that allows an eligible renewal project to transition from one eligible component to another over a one-year period.
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