Direct Lease for DR-4856 California Wildfires and Straight-line Winds

FEMA Region 9 is seeking a property management company to provide direct lease housing solutions for victims of the California Wildfires (DR-4856). The agency requires a portfolio of furnished, turnkey residential properties ranging from 1-4 bedrooms, located within 25 miles of damaged dwellings. Properties must meet specific criteria including being safe, sanitary, secure, and functional, with potential sources including corporate apartments, vacation rentals, second homes, and foreclosed properties. The Request for Information (RFI) demands that contractors provide regular progress reports and collaborate with FEMA to evaluate property suitability for disaster survivors. Interested firms must submit their responses via email to Demetria Carter and Kimberly Sanders by 5:00 PM PST on February 11, 2025, with a specific email subject line format and include a comprehensive capabilities statement detailing technical capacity and past experience.

The opportunity is designated as a total small business set-aside and falls under the NAICS category 531110 for Lessors of Residential Buildings and Dwellings. Potential properties must comply with HUD Housing Quality Standards and be available for a minimum 18-month lease term with possible extensions. Pricing must align with HUD Fair Market Rent rates, and contractors must be registered in SAM.gov and familiar with local real estate regulations. While specific award values are not detailed, the contract will cover housing solutions for disaster-impacted residents in Los Angeles County. The solicitation emphasizes the need for property management companies with substantial inventory in California and the capability to manage comprehensive services including property inspections, maintenance, and addressing tenant concerns throughout the lease duration.