Tuscaloosa Housing Authority Legal Services Roster RFQ-027-002 (2026)
Ha TuscaloosaLocal Housing Authority · Tuscaloosa, AL- Due
- Oct 29, 2026
- 1 day left
- Posted
- Sep 29, 2026
- Primary contact
- Harold Strachan
The 30-second brief
The Tuscaloosa Housing Authority is seeking qualified, licensed, and insured law firms and independent attorneys to establish a pre-approved roster of outside legal counsel to provide strategic legal advice, representation, and regulatory support on an as-needed basis. Scopes of services include serving as general counsel, representing the Authority in personnel matters, assisting with interpretation of local, state, and federal agency regulations, acting as a liaison with HUD Field Office Legal Department and Office of General Counsel, working with specialized legal counsel on mixed-finance transactions, and handling legal claims arising from evictions and collections. Submissions are due by October 29, 2026, at 11:00 AM CST, with questions due by October 15, 2026. Responses must be delivered via mail or in person to Harold Strachan, Purchasing Manager, with evaluation based on experience and capacity, ability, references, and completeness of required forms.
Experience & Capacity (40 Points), Ability (30 Points), References (20 Points), Completeness – Required Forms (10 Points)
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Summary
The Tuscaloosa Housing Authority is seeking qualified, licensed, and insured law firms and independent attorneys to establish a pre-approved roster of outside legal counsel to provide strategic legal advice, representation, and regulatory support on an as-needed basis.
Scopes of services include serving as general counsel, representing the Authority in personnel matters, assisting with interpretation of local, state, and federal agency regulations, acting as a liaison with HUD Field Office Legal Department and Office of General Counsel, working with specialized legal counsel on mixed-finance transactions, and handling legal claims arising from evictions and collections. Submissions are due by October 29, 2026, at 11:00 AM CST, with questions due by October 15, 2026. Responses must be delivered via mail or in person to Harold Strachan, Purchasing Manager, with evaluation based on experience and capacity, ability, references, and completeness of required forms.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- HUD Form 5369-B
- HUD Form 5369-C
- HUD Form 5370-C
- Form of Non-Collusive Affidavit
- THA Certification of Non-Discrimination
- Form W-9
- Submit to
- Harold Strachan, Purchasing Manager, Tuscaloosa Housing Authority, 2117 Jack Warner Parkway, Suite 2, Tuscaloosa, Alabama 35401
- Scope location
- Tuscaloosa, Alabama
- Reported agency
- Tuscaloosa Housing Authority
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Ha Tuscaloosa?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 29, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Harold Strachan, Purchasing Manager, Tuscaloosa Housing Authority, 2117 Jack Warner Parkway, Suite 2, Tuscaloosa, Alabama 35401. For questions, contact Harold Strachan.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Ha 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 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 Harold Strachan. 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: "Experience & Capacity (40 Points), Ability (30 Points), References (20 Points), Completeness – Required Forms (10 Points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Ha Tuscaloosa?
All active and historical solicitations from Ha Tuscaloosa are tracked and searchable. As a local housing authority agency, Ha Tuscaloosa regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 29, 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: HUD Form 5369-B, HUD Form 5369-C, HUD Form 5370-C, Form of Non-Collusive Affidavit, THA Certification of Non-Discrimination, Form W-9. Review the full document from Ha 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.