City of Montgomery - Request for Qualifications for NSPIRE Housing Inspection Services, 2026
City of MontgomeryCity · Montgomery, AL- Due
- Jun 30, 2031
- 1690 days left
- Posted
- May 7, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Reginald D. Marable, Sr.
- (334) 625-2297
The 30-second brief
The City of Montgomery, Alabama, Department of Economic Development, Housing Division seeks Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from professional housing inspection firms to provide NSPIRE housing inspection services for low-income rental housing units funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The contract covers CDBG, HOME, and ESG program properties requiring compliance with HUD's National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate (NSPIRE) per the NSPIRE Final Rule. Submissions will be received on or after June 8, 2026, and the RFQ will remain open perpetually for up to five years through June 30, 2031. Pre-qualified firms must demonstrate professional staff qualifications, prior successful projects, MBE/DBE/FBE status, and professional references. Required submissions include SAM registration, E-Verify MOU, key personnel resumes, insurance evidence, and pricing schedules.
Site Inspection, Compliance Review & Assessment, Report Production
Demonstrated evidence of professional staff and qualifications (40%), Demonstrated evidence of prior successful projects (30%), MBE/DBE/FBE firm status (10%), Professional references, licenses, certifications, etc. (20%)
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Summary
The City of Montgomery, Alabama, Department of Economic Development, Housing Division seeks Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from professional housing inspection firms to provide NSPIRE housing inspection services for low-income rental housing units funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
The contract covers CDBG, HOME, and ESG program properties requiring compliance with HUD's National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate (NSPIRE) per the NSPIRE Final Rule. Submissions will be received on or after June 8, 2026, and the RFQ will remain open perpetually for up to five years through June 30, 2031. Pre-qualified firms must demonstrate professional staff qualifications, prior successful projects, MBE/DBE/FBE status, and professional references. Required submissions include SAM registration, E-Verify MOU, key personnel resumes, insurance evidence, and pricing schedules.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Site Inspection
- Compliance Review & Assessment
- Report Production
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
20- Cover letter
- Proof of SAM registration
- E-Verify Affidavit and MOU
- Professional resumes of key personnel
- Current equivalent or similar contracts
- List of professional references
- Evidence of licenses and certifications
- Evidence of Professional Errors and Omissions & Liability Insurance
- Sample of a prior NSPIRE inspection services contract
- Typical NSPIRE service pricing schedule
- Sample of preferred contract format
- Signed Business Entity Information form (Exhibit A)
- Completed Organizational Statement form (Exhibits B-D)
- Executed Certification Regarding Debarment & Suspension (Exhibit 15 E)
- Executed RFQ/Procurement Statement of Compliance
- Vendor Ownership Questionnaire
- Waste
- Fraud
- Abuse
- Whistleblower Protections Policy
- Submit to
- Reginald D. Marable, Sr., Housing Director, Department of Community Development, City of Montgomery, 25 Washington Avenue, 4th Floor, Montgomery, AL 36104
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Montgomery, AL
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Montgomery?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 30, 2031. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Reginald D. Marable, Sr., Housing Director, Department of Community Development, City of Montgomery, 25 Washington Avenue, 4th Floor, Montgomery, AL 36104. For questions, contact Reginald D. Marable, Sr..
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Montgomery in AL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFQ submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Reginald D. Marable, Sr. at (334) 625-2297. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Site Inspection, Compliance Review & Assessment, Report Production. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Demonstrated evidence of professional staff and qualifications (40%), Demonstrated evidence of prior successful projects (30%), MBE/DBE/FBE firm status (10%), Professional references, licenses, certif..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Montgomery?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Montgomery are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Montgomery regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of June 30, 2031, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Cover letter, Proof of SAM registration, E-Verify Affidavit and MOU, Professional resumes of key personnel, Current equivalent or similar contracts, List of professional references, Evidence of licens. Review the full document from City of Montgomery for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Montgomery, AL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
