City of Rock Valley Legal Services for FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program Home Buyouts RFP
City of Rock ValleyCity · Rock Valley, IA- Due
- Apr 29, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 2, 2026
- Primary contact
- Tom Van Maanen
- (712) 476-5707
The 30-second brief
The City of Rock Valley, Iowa is requesting proposals from qualified attorneys or law firms licensed in Iowa to provide legal services for residential real estate acquisitions under the FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP). The project involves five residential properties approved for voluntary acquisition following the 2024 flooding disaster. Selected legal counsel will assist with the preparation and execution of purchase agreements, title work coordination and review, closing document preparation, real estate closings, and deed recordings. The project is federally funded under 2 CFR Part 200, requiring compliance with federal regulations including the Davis-Bacon Act and equal employment opportunity requirements. Proposals are due by April 29, 2026, at 5:00 PM via mail, email, or in-person delivery to the City Administrator. Evaluation criteria include qualifications, relevant experience, proposed fees, and timeline adherence.
Preparation and review of purchase agreements for residential property acquisitions; legal guidance for FEMA HMGP compliance; coordination with City, Property owners, And title companies; preparation and review of closing documents; oversight of real estate closings for five approved properties; transfer of title and recording of deeds; title certificates or title guarantees submission to the Iowa Finance Authority (IFA)
Qualifications, relevant experience, proposed fees, ability to meet project timelines
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Summary
The City of Rock Valley, Iowa is requesting proposals from qualified attorneys or law firms licensed in Iowa to provide legal services for residential real estate acquisitions under the FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP).
The project involves five residential properties approved for voluntary acquisition following the 2024 flooding disaster. Selected legal counsel will assist with the preparation and execution of purchase agreements, title work coordination and review, closing document preparation, real estate closings, and deed recordings. The project is federally funded under 2 CFR Part 200, requiring compliance with federal regulations including the Davis-Bacon Act and equal employment opportunity requirements. Proposals are due by April 29, 2026, at 5:00 PM via mail, email, or in-person delivery to the City Administrator. Evaluation criteria include qualifications, relevant experience, proposed fees, and timeline adherence.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Qualifications
- Relevant experience
- Proposed fees
- Ability to meet project timelines
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Preparation and review of purchase agreements for residential property acquisitions
- Legal guidance for FEMA HMGP compliance
- Coordination with City, Property owners, And title companies
- Preparation and review of closing documents
- Oversight of real estate closings for five approved properties
- Transfer of title and recording of deeds
- Title certificates or title guarantees submission to the Iowa Finance Authority (IFA)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Name, address, and contact information
- Summary of relevant experience
- Description of firm's approach
- Identification of assigned attorneys
- Proposed fee structure including per-property bid breakdown and total not-to-exceed price
- Confirmation of ability to comply with federal requirements
- Professional references
- Submit to
- [email protected] or City of Rock Valley, Attn: Tom Van Maanen, City Administrator, 1303 Main Street, Rock Valley, IA 51247
- Scope location
- Rock Valley, IA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Rock Valley?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 29, 2026. 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: [email protected] or City of Rock Valley, Attn: Tom Van Maanen, City Administrator, 1303 Main Street, Rock Valley, IA 51247. For questions, contact Tom Van Maanen.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Rock Valley in IA, 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 RFP 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 Tom Van Maanen at (712) 476-5707. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Preparation and review of purchase agreements for residential property acquisitions; legal guidance for FEMA HMGP compliance; coordination with City, Property owners, And title companies; preparation and review of closing documents; oversight of real estate closings for five approved properties; tra. 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: "Qualifications, relevant experience, proposed fees, ability to meet project timelines" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Rock Valley?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Rock Valley are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Rock Valley regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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: Name, address, and contact information; summary of relevant experience; description of firm's approach; identification of assigned attorneys; proposed fee structure including per-property bid breakdow. Review the full document from City of Rock Valley for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Rock Valley, IA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.