City of Tuscaloosa Environmental Assessment Services RFP 2026 - OCA-26-0986
City of TuscaloosaCity · Tuscaloosa, AL- Due
- Aug 17, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 3, 2026
- Primary contact
- Chip Cates
The 30-second brief
The City of Tuscaloosa Office of Community & Neighborhood Services is soliciting proposals from qualified firms for environmental assessment services under OCA File Number OCA-26-0986. The scope of work includes conducting Environmental Assessments in accordance with HUD regulations (24 CFR 58), including Phase 1 assessments, Environmental Impact Statements, and various CENST formats. Additionally, the selected firm will perform lead, mold, and asbestos risk assessments, hazard reduction services, and testing for lead-based paint (LBP) and deteriorated asbestos surfaces. Services must comply with HUD, OSHA, and EPA (40 CFR 745) standards. Proposals are limited to 20 one-sided pages and must be submitted electronically in PDF format. Evaluation is based on firm experience (25 pts), project understanding (35 pts), project team (15 pts), and QA/QC (25 pts).
Environmental Assessments, Phase 1 assessments, Environmental Impact Statements, Lead risk assessments, Mold risk assessments, Asbestos risk assessments, Hazard control determinations
Firm Experience, Project Understanding and Approach, Project Team, Quality Assurance and Quality Control, Compliance with RFP Instructions, Licensing and Professional Standing, Conflicts of Interest
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Summary
The City of Tuscaloosa Office of Community & Neighborhood Services is soliciting proposals from qualified firms for environmental assessment services under OCA File Number OCA-26-0986.
The scope of work includes conducting Environmental Assessments in accordance with HUD regulations (24 CFR 58), including Phase 1 assessments, Environmental Impact Statements, and various CENST formats. Additionally, the selected firm will perform lead, mold, and asbestos risk assessments, hazard reduction services, and testing for lead-based paint (LBP) and deteriorated asbestos surfaces. Services must comply with HUD, OSHA, and EPA (40 CFR 745) standards. Proposals are limited to 20 one-sided pages and must be submitted electronically in PDF format. Evaluation is based on firm experience (25 pts), project understanding (35 pts), project team (15 pts), and QA/QC (25 pts).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Firm Experience
- Project Understanding and Approach
- Project Team
- Quality Assurance and Quality Control
- Compliance with RFP Instructions
- Licensing and Professional Standing
- Conflicts of Interest
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Environmental Assessments
- Phase 1 assessments
- Environmental Impact Statements
- Lead risk assessments
- Mold risk assessments
- Asbestos risk assessments
- Hazard control determinations
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Resumes
- Project references
- Licensing statement
- Debarment statement
- Litigation history
- Conflict of interest statement
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Tuscaloosa?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 17, 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]. For questions, contact Chip Cates.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Tuscaloosa 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 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 Chip Cates. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Environmental Assessments, Phase 1 assessments, Environmental Impact Statements, Lead risk assessments, Mold risk assessments, Asbestos risk assessments, Hazard control determinations. 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: "Firm Experience, Project Understanding and Approach, Project Team, Quality Assurance and Quality Control, Compliance with RFP Instructions, Licensing and Professional Standing, Conflicts of Interest" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Tuscaloosa?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Tuscaloosa are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Tuscaloosa 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: Resumes, project references, licensing statement, debarment statement, litigation history, conflict of interest statement. Review the full document from City of Tuscaloosa for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.