Multifamily lease and repair (MLR) request for information

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is seeking multifamily property owners to participate in the Multi-Family Lease and Repair (MLR) program for Hurricane Helene disaster relief in Georgia. The program aims to provide temporary housing for individuals and households displaced by the hurricane, with FEMA determining applicant eligibility under Section 408 of the Stafford Act. Qualifying properties must be located in specific Georgia counties or within 30-60 minutes commuting distance, have a minimum of two units, and possess complete living facilities with reasonable community access. Property owners must be registered in SAM.gov and capable of repairing units within 4 months, with FEMA offering repair reimbursements up to $40,000 per unit. The Request for Information (RFI) response deadline is February 22, 2024, at 5:00 PM EST, with submissions to be made via email to fema-dr4830ga-mlrrfi@fema.dhs.gov.

The contract has no specific set-aside designation, and small businesses are encouraged to participate in the MLR program. The Period of Performance spans 18 months after the Presidential disaster declaration, extending through September 30, 2024, with a base period of 12 months and a potential two-month option period. Each work order must be completed within 60 days of MLR execution, and properties in floodways, Coastal High Hazard Areas, or Coastal Barrier Resource Units are ineligible. The NAICS code for this opportunity is 531110 (Lessors of Residential Buildings and Dwellings), and the procurement will follow specific requirements including compliance with local building codes and environmental/historic preservation regulations. FEMA will conduct property inspections and require documentation within specified timeframes, with additional approval needed for repair costs exceeding the $40,000 per unit ceiling.