New York State Contract Reporter #260601-001

Inspection Services for Housing Choice Voucher and Rental Assistance Programs – Harrietstown Housing Authority

The Harrietstown Housing Authority is seeking qualified inspection services to ensure compliance with federal housing standards for its Housing Choice Voucher Program and Franklin County Rental Assistance Fund. - Government Buyer: - Harrietstown Housing Authority, Saranac Lake, NY - Scope of Services: - Conduct initial, annual, quality control, and complaint inspections for approximately 135 vouchers and HOME-funded rental assistance units - Coverage includes Franklin County, Saranac Lake, Tupper Lake, and Harrietstown - Inspections must comply with HUD's National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate (NSPIRE), Housing Quality Standards (HQS), and HOME Program requirements - Estimated workload: 30 annual inspections, 20-30 new admissions (HCV), 50-75 initial inspections (FCRAF) - Reporting & Compliance: - Timely submission of inspection reports - Photographic documentation and identification of life-threatening deficiencies - Adherence to federal record retention requirements - Vendor Requirements: - HUD NSPIRE certification (must hold or obtain) - Demonstrated experience with similar inspections - Proof of insurance required - Minority-, women-, veteran-owned, and Section 3 businesses encouraged to apply - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors named; open to qualified individuals or firms - Unique Requirements: - Strict compliance with HUD and HOME Program standards - Emphasis on timely, professional, and compliant inspections - No prior similar contracts awarded in the past five years

Description

This RFP is issued by the Harrietstown Housing Authority to procure the services of a qualified inspector for the Housing Choice Voucher Program and Franklin County Rental Assistance Fund. The contractor will conduct inspections to ensure units meet health, safety, and habitability standards in compliance with HUD and HOME Program requirements. The contract term is one year with two possible one-year extensions. The scope includes initial, annual, quality control, and complaint inspections, with reporting and documentation requirements. The work covers Franklin County, New York, including Saranac Lake, Tupper Lake, and Harrietstown.

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