Worcester County Housing Inspector Services RFP 2026
Worcester CountyCounty · Snow Hill, MD- Due
- Sep 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Worcester County Procurement Officer
The 30-second brief
Worcester County is soliciting proposals for housing inspector services to support the Worcester County Housing Rehabilitation Program. The selected vendor will perform comprehensive property evaluations, structural assessments, and detailed work write-ups with line-item cost estimates to bring substandard housing up to the Maryland Building Performance Standard (COMAR 05.02.07) or local code. Responsibilities include attending Housing Review Board meetings, assisting with contractor recommendations, conducting pre-construction meetings, progress inspections, change order evaluations, and final inspections. Vendors must be licensed in Maryland and possess a Maryland Home Improvement Commission (MHIC) license. Proposals are due by September 30, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. at the Worcester County Administration Office in Snow Hill, MD.
Initial Property Evaluation, Work Write-Up & Cost Estimate, Progress Inspections, Final Inspection, Warranty Visits
Experience and qualifications (30%), Understanding of purpose and objectives (20%), Organizational capacity (15%), References and past performance (10%), Cost and fee structure (25%)
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Summary
Worcester County is soliciting proposals for housing inspector services to support the Worcester County Housing Rehabilitation Program.
The selected vendor will perform comprehensive property evaluations, structural assessments, and detailed work write-ups with line-item cost estimates to bring substandard housing up to the Maryland Building Performance Standard (COMAR 05.02.07) or local code. Responsibilities include attending Housing Review Board meetings, assisting with contractor recommendations, conducting pre-construction meetings, progress inspections, change order evaluations, and final inspections. Vendors must be licensed in Maryland and possess a Maryland Home Improvement Commission (MHIC) license. Proposals are due by September 30, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. at the Worcester County Administration Office in Snow Hill, MD.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Initial Property Evaluation
- Work Write-Up & Cost Estimate
- Progress Inspections
- Final Inspection
- Warranty Visits
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Cover letter
- Form of Proposal
- References
- Exceptions Document
- Signed addenda
- Individual Principal Document
- Vendor’s Affidavit of Qualification to Bid
- Non-Collusive Affidavit
- MHIC license copy
- Certificate of Status
- Submit to
- Worcester County Administration Office, 1 West Market Street, Room 1103, Snow Hill, MD 21863
- Scope location
- Snow Hill, MD
- Reported agency
- Worcester County Administration
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Worcester County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 30, 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: Worcester County Administration Office, 1 West Market Street, Room 1103, Snow Hill, MD 21863. For questions, contact Worcester County Procurement Officer.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Worcester County in MD, 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 Worcester County Procurement Officer. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Initial Property Evaluation, Work Write-Up & Cost Estimate, Progress Inspections, Final Inspection, Warranty Visits. 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: "Experience and qualifications (30%), Understanding of purpose and objectives (20%), Organizational capacity (15%), References and past performance (10%), Cost and fee structure (25%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Worcester County?
All active and historical solicitations from Worcester County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Worcester County 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Cover letter, Form of Proposal, References, Exceptions Document, Signed addenda, Individual Principal Document, Vendor’s Affidavit of Qualification to Bid, Non-Collusive Affidavit, MHIC license copy,. Review the full document from Worcester County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Snow Hill, MD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.