REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL INSPECTORS UNDER THE CHALK LEVEL AREA HOUSING REHABILITATION PROGRAM

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR RESIDENTIAL LEAD BASED PAINT,

ASBESTOS, AND RADON INSPECTION FOR HOUSING REHABILITATION

UNDER THE CHALK LEVEL AREA HOUSING REHABILITATION PROGRAM

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS RELEASED MONDAY, MARCH 30TH, 2026

LAST DAY TO REGISTER THURSDAY, APRIL 16TH, 2026 BY 5:00PM EST

PROPOSALS DUE: THURSDAY, MAY 7TH, 2026 BY 2:00PM EST

PROPOSAL OPENING: THURSDAY, MAY 7TH, 2026 AT 2:00PM EST

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL INSPECTORS UNDER THE CHALK LEVEL AREA HOUSING REHABILITATION PROGRAM

Purpose of Request for Qualifications

The City of Newnan has been awarded a Congressionally Directed Spending Request of $4.6 million through the FY2023 Federal Budget. The City Council of the City of Newnan has authorized the Newnan Urban Redevelopment Agency (NURA) to serve as the program administrator. The activities in this program involve the rehabilitation of owner-occupied housing units and the construction of new homes on City of Newnan owned properties. The NURA is looking to engage qualified lead-based paint, asbestos, and radon inspectors. Selection will be made by the NURA and City of Newnan’s staff, and the NURA reserves the right to reject any or all responses not deemed acceptable. Selection will be based on the qualifications below.

General Information and Schedule It is the responsibility of the bidder to carefully read and follow the instructions as specified in this RFP.

This RFP has been issued on March 30, 2026. All Firms interested in submitting a proposal MUST REGISTER the Firm’s name and appropriate contact information on or before Thursday, April 16th, 2026. Registration must be submitted to Andrew Moody, Special Projects Manager for the City of Newnan, at amoody@newnanga.gov.

BID SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Chalk Level Area Housing Rehabilitation Program – Lead Based Paint, Asbestos, and Radon Inspection

Date of Issue: Monday March 30th, 2026

Pre-bid meeting (Optional): Monday April 13th, 2026, 2:00pm, 25 LaGrange St. Newnan, GA 30263

Last day to register (Required): Thursday, April 16th, 2026, by 5:00pm EST

Last day to submit questions: Thursday, April 23rd, 2026, by 5:00pm EST

Date of final answers: Thursday, April 30th, 2026, by 5:00pm EST

Proposal due date: Thursday, May 7th, 2026, 2:00pm EST

Copies of proposal required: 1 original, 5 copies, 1 digital copy

Proposal submission location: Newnan City Hall, Planning and Zoning Department

Proposal opening location: Newnan City Hall, 2nd Floor Conference Room

Proposal opening date Thursday, May 7th, 2026, 2:00pm EST

Project name:

Chalk Level Area Housing Rehabilitation Program – Lead Based Paint, Asbestos, and Radon Inspection

Site location/Size: Scattered Sites, Determined by Applicant Eligibility

Funding source: HUD EDI Community Project Funding (FEDERAL GRANT)

Estimated Budget: $33,750

Firm selection schedule: Target date, June 1, 2026

Desired completion schedule: September 2031

Qualifications of Contractor

• Hold a current license to complete home inspections in Georgia. Responders who do not meet this qualification will not be considered.

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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL INSPECTORS UNDER THE CHALK LEVEL AREA HOUSING REHABILITATION PROGRAM

• Not be debarred from conducting business with the state of Georgia. Responders who do not meet this qualification will not be considered

• Possess a current business license/Occupational Tax Certificate where required by local law

• Have sufficient workers compensation, general liability and builders risk insurance policies in force.

• Possess sufficient financial stability to enable the contractor to finance the rehabilitation for 30 days while reimbursement from HUD is processed.

• Demonstrate experience in each of the areas listed.

Role of Contractor The inspector should have considerable experience in performing inspections of residential property for lead-based paint, asbestos, and radon. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Perform on call lead-based paint, asbestos, and radon inspections of occupied residential properties.

2. Issue reports of findings and certifications of clearance.

3. Recommend remediation work if lead-based paint, asbestos, or radon is found and above the allowable threshold per state and federal regulations.

4. Estimate cost of all needed remediation work.

Response One original, 5 hardcopies, and one digital copy of the response must be delivered to the City of Newnan, Attn: Chalk Level Area Housing Rehabilitation Program (Andrew Moody), 25 LaGrange Street, Newnan, GA 30263.

Proposals may be submitted by mail, common carrier, or delivered in person. Digital copies must be on a thumb drive (USB Drive), digital copies submitted by email are not acceptable. The NURA shall not be responsible for proposals which are not properly addressed or directed to any other department. Proposers are cautioned that any documentation submitted with or in support of a proposal will become subject to public inspection under the Georgia Open Records Act. Labeling such information “Confidential” or “Proprietary” or in a similar manner will not protect this material from public inspection upon request. All proposals become the property of the City and shall not be returned to proposers.

Copies of the Request for Proposal may be picked up at 25 LaGrange Street or requested by email.

They are also available on the City’s website at https://www.newnanga.gov/

Administrative Guidance This RFP is designed to provide interested respondents with basic information needed to submit a response that will meet the minimum requirements. It is not intended to limit a response’s content or exclude any relevant or essential data. Respondents are encouraged to expand upon the minimum requirements of the RFP. Neither the NURA nor the City of Newnan will be responsible for any costs associated with the preparation of responses to this RFP. If you should have any questions about this RFP, please contact Andrew Moody, (678) 673-5414, or by email (amoody@newnanga.gov).

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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL INSPECTORS UNDER THE CHALK LEVEL AREA HOUSING REHABILITATION PROGRAM

Required Submittals A complete response shall be submitted containing the following items:

1. Cover Letter – A cover letter highlighting your qualification and experience and the inspector’s commitment to the program and availability.

2. Name and contact information (including contact person and email address) of the organization submitting the response.

3. Additional information required:

a. Evidence of the qualifications listed under Qualifications of Inspector including but not limited to copies of all licenses and certificates of insurance.

b. A detailed description of experience in inspecting residential property.

c. A description of your firm including the numbers of professional and support staff, respectively.

d. Proposed turn-around time for completion of the inspection after receipt of request for an inspection.

e. Three references with contact information. At least one of the references should be a banking reference (to substantiate financial ability).

f. Proposed rate per inspection.

5. Disclosure of any business or familial relationship with members of HAN, the Newnan Urban Redevelopment Agency, City of Newnan Council members or staff.

6. Contractor Affidavits under O.C.G.A. § 13-10-91(b)(1)

7. Any additional information the respondent feels will strengthen the response

8. E-Verify

Evaluation Criteria Each respondent should follow the above required format. All submittals will be carefully considered by the NURA and City of Newnan’s staff and will be rated according to the following criteria:

• Price of Bid (0-10)

• Experience in Residential Property Lead-Based Paint, Asbestos, and Radon Inspections (0-10 points)

• Ability to perform on a timely basis. (0-10 points)

• Past experience with HUD related Programs (0-5 points)

• Other attributes were deemed appropriate (0-5 points) Total possible points = 40

This numerical representation will indicate, based on the responses submitted, the best qualified, most responsive and most responsible proposer.

THE NURA ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THERE MAY BE SUBJECTIVITY IN EVALUATION OF THE

LISTED CRITERIA. EVERY EFFORT WILL BE MADE BY NURA OR ANY PANEL OF JUDGES TO BE

IMPARTIAL AND FAIR IN THE EVALUATION PROCESS. NOTWITHSTANDING THE ABOVE, NURA

RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY OR ALL RESPONSES.

Owner Questions

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL INSPECTORS UNDER THE CHALK LEVEL AREA HOUSING REHABILITATION PROGRAM

Any vendor that submits a proposal may be requested to provide additional information to NURA.

Such information is only for the purpose of clarification and in no way changes the vendor’s proposal as originally submitted. NURA reserves the right to ask any or all vendors to clarify any portion of their proposals after submission.

Costs of Proposals NURA is not responsible or liable for any of the costs incurred by any vendor in preparing and/or submitting a proposal pursuant to this RFP.

Equal Opportunity The City of Newnan prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, or disability in connection with employment of any person, or the award of any contract with the corporation. The City of Newnan will provide equal opportunities without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, or disability, by requiring that any bank doing business with the corporation provide equal opportunity to persons and businesses employed by, or contracting with the supplier of products and services to the Corporation.

Access to Public Records Each vendor should give specific attention to the identification of those portions of its proposal that it considers confidential, proprietary commercial information or trade secrets, and provide justification as to why such materials, upon request, should not be disclosed.

General Conditions Upon submission of a bid, the bidder hereby certifies on behalf of his company or organization that:

• This proposal is genuine and not made in the interest of, or on behalf of, an undisclosed person, firm or corporation.

• This proposal is not submitted in conformity with any agreement or rules of any group, association, organization or corporation.

• The Firm has not directly or indirectly induced or solicited any other bidder to submit a false or sham bid.

• The Firm has not solicited or induced any person, firm or corporation to refrain from bidding.

• The Firm has not sought by collusion to obtain for itself any advantages over any other bidder or over NURA.

Federal Obligations

If a firm is awarded the contract(s) is/are subject to Federal and State contract provisions prescribed by the United States Congress and the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development.

This project is covered under the requirements of Section 3 of the HUD Act of 1968, as amended and Section 3 Business Concerns are encouraged to apply.

The City also abides by the following laws as they pertain to HUD Assisted Projects: Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; Section 109 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, Title 1;

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL INSPECTORS UNDER THE CHALK LEVEL AREA HOUSING REHABILITATION PROGRAM

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968 (Fair Housing Act); Section 104(b)(2) of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended;

Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA); and the Architectural Barriers Act of 1968.

Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act

The City is subject to the requirements of the Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act.

Accordingly, the requirements of O.C.G.A §13-10-91 and Georgia Department of Labor Rule 300- 10-01-02 will apply to this project. Compliance with these requirements shall be attested by the execution of the Contractor Affidavit attached hereto. In the event the contractor employs or contracts with any subcontractor(s) in connection with the project, the contractor shall secure from such subcontractor(s) attestation of the subcontractor’s execution of the Subcontractor Affidavit attached hereto, which shall also become a part of the awarded contract and also a part of the contractor/subcontractor agreement. Failure to comply with this act/rule will result in the rejection of the RFP and/or termination of any awarded contract where it is subsequently determined that there has been a violation of any provision of the Act or its implementing rules and regulations.

Registration for a Unique Entity Identifier

Any party interested in doing business with the Federal Government must register for a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) through the System For Award Management (SAM.gov), and must not be on the list of debarred contractors.

Reserved Rights

The NURA reserves the right to accept or reject any and/or all proposals, to waive irregularities and technicalities, and to request resubmission. Any sole response received by the first submission date may or may not be rejected by the NURA, depending on available competition and timely needs of the NURA. The NURA reserves the right to award the project to the respondent that is most advantageous and in the best interests of the NURA. The NURA shall be the sole judge of the proposal, and the resulting negotiated agreement that is in its best interest and its decision shall be final. Additionally, the NURA reserves the right to make such an investigation or to request clarifications, as it deems necessary, to determine the ability of any respondent to complete the project.

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL INSPECTORS UNDER THE CHALK LEVEL AREA HOUSING REHABILITATION PROGRAM

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL INSPECTORS UNDER THE CHALK LEVEL AREA HOUSING REHABILITATION PROGRAM

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL INSPECTORS UNDER THE CHALK LEVEL AREA HOUSING REHABILITATION PROGRAM

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL INSPECTORS UNDER THE CHALK LEVEL AREA HOUSING REHABILITATION PROGRAM

BID COVER SHEET

Professional Firm for

Chalk Level Area Housing Rehabilitation – Lead Based Paint, Asbestos, and Radon Inspection

We/I have thoroughly examined the specifications and agree to furnish the NURA with

The grant administration services for the Chalk Level Area Housing Rehabilitation Program according to the specifications.

Bid Price for services complete as shown and specified:

______________________________________________________ (Per House)

Price good through: ______________________________________

ADDENDA: The bidder acknowledges the receipt of Addendas No. ________through _______ inclusively.

Date: ____________________________

Company: _______________________________________________________________

Address: _______________________________________________________________

Phone: ______________________________ Fax: _____________________________

Printed name of person completing proposal: ___________________________________

Signature: ______________________________________________

Title: __________________________________________________

Note: *Please attach BASE BID BREAKDOWNS.

IMPORTANT!

This bid cover sheet is to be your proposal cover sheet for the convenience of the bid openers only. *Attach the required documents listed above.

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL INSPECTORS UNDER THE CHALK LEVEL AREA HOUSING REHABILITATION PROGRAM

City of Newnan 25 LaGrange Street

Newnan, Georgia 30263 Phone: 770-254-2351

Fax: 770-254-2353 www.newnanga.gov

Contractor Affidavit under O.C.G.A. § 13-10-91(b)(1)

By executing this affidavit, the undersigned contractor verifies its compliance with O.C.G.A. § 13-10-91, stating affirmatively that the individual, firm or corporation which is engaged in the physical performance of services on behalf of ________________________________________________________________ has registered with, is authorized to use and uses the federal work authorization program commonly known as E-Verify, or any subsequent replacement program, in accordance with the applicable provisions and deadlines established in O.C.G.A. § 13-10-91. Furthermore, the undersigned contractor will continue to use the federal work authorization program throughout the contract period and the undersigned contractor will contract for the physical performance of services in satisfaction of such contract only with subcontractors who present an affidavit to the contractor with the information required by O.C.G.A. § 13-10-91(b). Contractor hereby attests that its federal work authorization user identification number and date of authorization are as follows:

Federal Work Authorization User Identification Number Date of Authorization

Name of Contractor Name of Project

Name of Public Employer

I hereby declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.

Executed on _____________________________, 20____ in _________________.

Signature of Authorized Officer or Agent Printed Name and Title of Authorized Officer or Agent

SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN BEFORE ME ON THIS THE ______ DAY OF ___________________, 20_____.

NOTARY PUBLIC

My Commission Expires: ______________________________.

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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL INSPECTORS UNDER THE CHALK LEVEL AREA HOUSING REHABILITATION PROGRAM

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Subcontractor Affidavit under O.C.G.A. § 13-10-91(b)(3)

By executing this affidavit, the undersigned subcontractor verifies its compliance with O.C.G.A. § 13-10-91, stating affirmatively that the individual, firm or corporation which is engaged in the physical performance of services under a contract with ________________________________________________ (Contractor) on behalf of _____________________________________________ (Public Employer) has registered with, is authorized to use and uses the federal work authorization program commonly known as E-Verify, or any subsequent replacement program, in accordance with the applicable provisions and deadlines established in O.C.G.A. § 13-10-91. Furthermore, the undersigned subcontractor will continue to use the federal work authorization program throughout the contract period and the undersigned subcontractor will contract for the physical performance of services in satisfaction of such contract only with sub-subcontractors who present an affidavit to the subcontractor with the information required by O.C.G.A. § 13-10-91(b). Additionally, the undersigned subcontractor will forward notice of the receipt of an affidavit from a sub-subcontractor to the contractor within five business days of receipt. If the undersigned subcontractor receives notice of receipt of an affidavit from any sub-subcontractor that has contracted with a sub-contractor to forward, within five business days of receipt, a copy of such notice to the contractor. The subcontractor hereby attests that its federal work authorization user identification number and date of authorization are as follows:

Federal Work Authorization User Identification Number Date of Authorization

Name of Subcontractor Name of Project

Name of Public Employer

I hereby declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.

Executed on _____________________________, 20____ in __________________.

Signature of Authorized Officer or Agent Printed Name & Title of Authorized Officer or Agent

SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN BEFORE ME ON THIS THE ______ DAY OF __________________, 20_____.

NOTARY PUBLIC

My Commission Expires: _________________________.

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL INSPECTORS UNDER THE CHALK LEVEL AREA HOUSING REHABILITATION PROGRAM

Newnan, Georgia 30263 Phone: 770-254-2351

Sub-subcontractor Affidavit under O.C.G.A. § 13-10-91(b)(4) By executing this affidavit, the undersigned sub-subcontractor verifies its compliance with O.C.G.A. § 13-10-91, stating affirmatively that the individual, firm or corporation which is engaged in the physical performance of services under a contract with __________________________________________ (Subcontractor or Sub-subcontractor with whom subcontractor has privity of contract) and __________________________(Contractor) on behalf of _____________________________ (Public Employer) has registered with, is authorized to use and uses the federal work authorization program commonly known as E-Verify, or any subsequent replacement program, in accordance with the applicable provisions and deadlines established in O.C.G.A. § 13-10-91. Furthermore, the undersigned sub-subcontractor will continue to use the federal work authorization program throughout the contract period and the undersigned sub-subcontractor will contract for the physical performance of services in satisfaction of such contract only with sub-subcontractors who present an affidavit to the sub-subcontractor with the information required by O.C.G.A. § 13-10-91(b). The undersigned sub-subcontractor shall submit, at the time of such contract, this affidavit to ________________________ (Subcontractor or Sub-subcontractor with whom subcontractor has privity of contract). Additionally, the undersigned sub-subcontractor will forward notice of the receipt of any affidavit from a sub-subcontractor to ___________________________________________ (Subcontractor or Sub-subcontractor with whom the subcontractor has privity of contract). Sub-subcontractor hereby attests that its federal work authorization user identification number and date of authorization are as follows:

Federal Work Authorization User Identification Number Date of Authorization

Name of Sub-subcontractor Name of Project

Name of Public Employer

I hereby declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.

Executed on _____________________________, 20____ in __________________________.

Signature of Authorized Officer or Agent Printed Name & Title of Authorized Officer or Agent

SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN BEFORE ME ON THIS THE ______ DAY OF _________________,20_____.

NOTARY PUBLIC

My Commission Expires: ______________________________.

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL INSPECTORS UNDER THE CHALK LEVEL AREA HOUSING REHABILITATION PROGRAM

Newnan, Georgia 30263 Phone: 770-254-2351

Conflict of Interest Statement

As a duly authorized representative of the firm ________________________________________

I, ___________________________________ with the title ________________________ certify that to the best of my knowledge no circumstances exist that will cause a conflict of interest in performing services for The City of Newnan, GA Government, that no employee of The City of Newnan, GA, nor any public agency official or employee affected by this Request for Proposals has any pecuniary interest in the business of this firm, associates or consultants of this firm, or the firm's parent firm, subsidiary, or other legal entity of which this firm is a part, and that no person associated with or employed by this firm has any interest that would conflict in any way, manner or degree with the performance of services for The City of Newnan, GA Government.

Date: _____________________________________________________________

Company Name: ____________________________________________________

Authorized Representative Name: _______________________________________

Title: ______________________________________________________________

Signature: __________________________________________________________

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL INSPECTORS UNDER THE CHALK LEVEL AREA HOUSING REHABILITATION PROGRAM

Newnan, Georgia 30263 Phone: 770-254-2351

Officer’s Oath

As a duly authorized representative of the firm involved in bidding for or procuring the contract

_________________________________________________ I, ___________________________ with the title _______________________ certify that I did not prevent or attempt to prevent competition in such proposals by any means whatsoever. Nor did I prevent or endeavor to prevent anyone from making a proposal therefore by any means whatsoever or inducing another to withdraw a proposal for the work.

Date: _____________________________________________________________

Company Name: ____________________________________________________

Authorized Representative Name: _______________________________________

Title: ______________________________________________________________

Signature: __________________________________________________________

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Lead Based Paint, Asbestos, and Radon Inspectors Statement of Qualifications

NAME OF FIRM: ______________________________________________________

ADDRESS: ______________________________________________________

1. Years in Business in Present Form: ____________

2. Firms History and Resource Capability to Perform Required Services:

3. Titles, names, and addresses of all officers.

4. List up to five (5) projects which demonstrate skills to be used on similar projects.

1. _____________________________________________________________

2. _____________________________________________________________

3. _____________________________________________________________

4. _____________________________________________________________

5. _____________________________________________________________

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL INSPECTORS UNDER THE CHALK LEVEL AREA HOUSING REHABILITATION PROGRAM

5. Describe the organizational capacity to complete all necessary inspection activities, including the experience of all employees who will be or may be assigned to this project.

6. Are you a Section 3 Business Concern? Yes ______ No _______

If you are claiming to be a Section 3 Business Concern, then a Section 3 Business Concern Certification, Previous Certification and Action Plan must be filled out, signed, notarized, and submitted with your proposal (See Attached). If you answered no, then you will not have to fill out and submit with your proposal.

Is the signed and notarized Section 3 Business Concern Certification, Previous Certification and Action Plan attached to your proposal?

Yes ______ No _______

7. Certifying that:

Mr./Mrs./Ms. being duly sworn deposes and states that he/she is the (title) of ________________________________.____________________________ (name of firm) and that answers to the foregoing questions and all statements herein contained are true and correct.

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL INSPECTORS UNDER THE CHALK LEVEL AREA HOUSING REHABILITATION PROGRAM

REFERENCES

The NURA requests a minimum of THREE (3) references where work of a similar size and scope has been completed.

1.) COMPANY NAME ____________________________________________

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT

COMPLETION DATE__________________________________________

CONTACT PERSON __________________________________________

PHONE NUMBER ____________________________________________

2.) COMPANY NAME ____________________________________________

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT

COMPLETION DATE __________________________________________

3.) COMPANY NAME ____________________________________________

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT

COMPLETION DATE __________________________________________

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Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion

This certification is required by the HUD regulations implementing Executive Order 12549, Debarment and Suspension, 34 CFR Part 85, for all lower tier transactions meeting the threshold and tier requirements stated at Section 85.110.

Instructions for Certification

1. By signing and submitting this proposal, the prospective lower tier participant is providing the certification set out below.

2. The certification in this clause is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this transaction was entered into. If it is later determined that the prospective lower tier participant knowingly rendered an erroneous certification, in addition to other remedies available to the Federal Government, the department or agency with which this transaction originated may pursue available remedies, including suspension and/or debarment.

3. The prospective lower tier participant shall provide immediate written notice to the person to which this proposal is submitted if at any time the prospective lower tier participant learns that its certification was erroneous when submitted or has become erroneous by reason of changed circumstances.

4. The terms "covered transaction," "debarred," "suspended," "ineligible," "lower tier covered transaction," "participant," "person," "primary covered transaction," "principal," "proposal," and "voluntarily excluded," as used in this clause, have the meanings set out in the Definitions and Coverage sections of rules implementing Executive Order 12549. You may contact the person to which this proposal is submitted for assistance in obtaining a copy of those regulations.

5. The prospective lower tier participant agrees by submitting this proposal that, should the proposed covered transaction be entered into, it shall not knowingly enter into any lower tier covered transaction with a person who is debarred, suspended, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this covered transaction, unless authorized by the department or agency with which this transaction originated.

6.. The prospective lower tier participant further agrees by submitting this proposal that it will include the clause titled Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility, and Voluntary Exclusion, modification, in all lower tier covered transactions and in all solicitations for lower tier covered transactions.

7. A participant in a covered transaction may rely upon a certification of a prospective participant in a lower tier covered transaction that is not debarred, suspended, ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from the covered transaction, unless it knows that the certification is erroneous. A participant may decide the method and frequency by which it determines the eligibility of its principals. Each participant may but is not required to check the Non-procurement List.

8. Nothing contained in the foregoing shall be construed to require the establishment of a system of records in order to render in good faith the certification required by this clause. The knowledge and information of a participant is not required to exceed that which is normally possessed by a prudent person in the ordinary course of business dealings.

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL INSPECTORS UNDER THE CHALK LEVEL AREA HOUSING REHABILITATION PROGRAM

9. Except for transactions authorized under paragraph 5 of these instructions, if a participant in a covered transaction knowingly enters into a lower tier covered transaction with a person who is suspended, debarred, ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this transaction, in addition to other remedies available to the Federal Government, the department or agency with which this transaction originated may pursue available remedies, including suspension and/or debarment.

Signature: ______________________________

Date: ________________

Typed Name: ___________________________

Typed Title: ____________________________

Corporate Seal (where appropriate)

Date: __________________________________

State of: ________________________________

County of: ______________________________