Amendment 0001 RFQ Attachment 3 Questions and Answers.xlsx

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management and close to the damaged dwellings and located within reasonable commuting distance to community and wraparound services, such as accessible public transportation, schools, fireand emergency services, grocery stores, etc.," One county or all counties.

Contractors are expected to coordinate and implement these modifications according to the provided guidelines, ensuring that all work meets the required ADA standards. In some cases, FEMA may also provide additional technical assistance or guidance to ensure that modifications are completed in accordance with federal and local requirements.

5 If extensions beyond the initial 18-month term are required, will there be adjustments to lease terms or pricing? "FEMA will have the option to extend the Direct Lease Contract, if FEMA extends the period of assistance beyond 18 months. FEMA and the Owner/Property Management Company will negotiate an up-front month to month Option Contract Line Item Number (CLIN) to be utilized if the next POP is anticipated to be less than 90 Days." - Please see the (SOW Exhibit 2 - Direct Lease Contract Terms and Conditions) within the solicitation posted on SAM.gov 6 Are site inspections of proposed units required before the RFQ submission deadline? No. "The Owner will ensure the units are ready for occupancy within 3 days of the date the Direct Lease Contract is executed, unless the unit requires modifications or improvements to accommodate an Applicant or household with access and functional needs." - Please see the (SOW Exhibit 2 - Direct Lease Contract Terms and Conditions) within the solicitation posted on SAM.gov

When a contract is being recompeted, pricing from the current contract is not automatically disclosed to prospective offerors. The incumbent contractor’s pricing is not shared as part of the solicitation process, as it could influence the competitiveness of the bidding process.

The government is required to follow competitive procurement rules and procedures to ensure a fair evaluation process. Pricing information from an incumbent contract is considered confidential and protected under FAR 15.207.

The FAR also stipulates that only general information necessary to evaluate the solicitation should be provided, and specific pricing data from the current contract is typically not required for such disclosures unless it is part of the public record.

15 When paying the first month's rent and the last month's rent required by the landlord, will that payment be made by FEMA or the incoming tenant? FEMA. "The Owner will not charge the Applicant rent or security deposit during the term of the Lease agreement." - Please see the (SOW Exhibit 2 - Direct Lease Contract Terms and Conditions) within the solicitation posted on SAM.gov 16 Will different families be occupying the property during the one year lease period? Possibly, "If a unit becomes vacant during the term of the contract, FEMA reserves the right to place another eligible Applicant in the unit". - Please see the (SOW Exhibit 2 - Direct Lease Contract Terms and Conditions) within the solicitation posted on SAM.gov

The FMR prices are intended to reflect market conditions and provide a benchmark for rental rates in a particular region, regardless of vacancy status. They are calculated based on various factors, such as location, property type, and market trends, and are used for housing assistance programs.

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