City of Syracuse Lead Inspectors for Syracuse Lead Grant Program - RFQ #27-129 (2026)
City of SyracuseCity · Syracuse, NY- Due
- Nov 10, 2026
- 25 days left
- Posted
- Oct 8, 2026
- Contract term
- 4 years
- Primary contact
- Dylan Honeywell
- (315) 448-8127
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Syracuse is soliciting RFQ responses to establish a qualified vendor pool of EPA Certified Lead Inspectors and EPA Certified Lead Risk Assessors for the Syracuse Lead Grant Program. Services include X-ray Fluorescence (XRF) testing, preliminary lead-based paint inspections, Lead Inspection Risk Assessments (LIRA), scope of work development with property diagrams, and clearance sampling with clearance reports for residential and mixed-use structures. The contract duration is 4 years with two 1-year renewal options. The submission deadline is November 10, 2026, with a question deadline of October 27, 2026. Required qualifications include EPA Inspector and Risk Assessor certifications, general liability and professional liability insurance ($2,000,000), compliance with local equity goals including workforce diversity, local hiring, and M/WBE-SDVOB subcontracting.
Submitted Qualifications (25%), Experience with Local Governments (25%), Availability and Capacity (25%), Quality and Completeness of the Response (25%)
SUMMARY
The City of Syracuse is soliciting RFQ responses to establish a qualified vendor pool of EPA Certified Lead Inspectors and EPA Certified Lead Risk Assessors for the Syracuse Lead Grant Program.
Services include X-ray Fluorescence (XRF) testing, preliminary lead-based paint inspections, Lead Inspection Risk Assessments (LIRA), scope of work development with property diagrams, and clearance sampling with clearance reports for residential and mixed-use structures. The contract duration is 4 years with two 1-year renewal options. The submission deadline is November 10, 2026, with a question deadline of October 27, 2026. Required qualifications include EPA Inspector and Risk Assessor certifications, general liability and professional liability insurance ($2,000,000), compliance with local equity goals including workforce diversity, local hiring, and M/WBE-SDVOB subcontracting.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Cover Letter
- Project Approach
- Financial Disclosure Form
- Prior Non-Responsibility Determination Disclosure
- Workforce Diversity Form
- M/WBE Subcontracting Draft Plan
- Non-Collusive Certification
- Non-Discrimination Questionnaire
- Proposal Confirmation
- Certificate of Insurance
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/syrgov
- Duration
- 72 months
- Scope location
- Syracuse, NY
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Syracuse?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 10, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/syrgov. For questions, contact Dylan Honeywell.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Syracuse in NY, 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 Dylan Honeywell at (315) 448-8127. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Submitted Qualifications (25%), Experience with Local Governments (25%), Availability and Capacity (25%), Quality and Completeness of the Response (25%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Syracuse?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 4 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 10, 2026, 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, Project Approach, Financial Disclosure Form, Prior Non-Responsibility Determination Disclosure, Workforce Diversity Form, M/WBE Subcontracting Draft Plan, Non-Collusive Certification, No. Review the full document from City of Syracuse for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Syracuse, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.