168-20251104140949 Sunflower

Sunflower County, Mississippi is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for lead-based paint inspection services through a HOME Homeowner Rehabilitation Grant. The project requires certified lead paint inspectors to conduct comprehensive property inspections and provide recommendations in compliance with state and federal regulations. Proposals must be submitted to the Chancery Clerk's office in Indianola, MS by 10:00 A.M. local time on November 24, 2025, with contact information available through Randall Lauderdale at the South Delta Planning and Development District. The contract will be awarded on a fixed-price basis using a 100-point evaluation system with equal weight across four criteria: Qualifications (25 points), Experience (25 points), Capacity for Performance (25 points), and Price (25 points). Proposal requirements include detailed staff qualifications, firm experience, staff availability, and a fixed price for services. Proposers must obtain proper certification from the Department of Environmental Quality and include this documentation with their submission.

The procurement process emphasizes equal opportunity, with Sunflower County requiring compliance with Section 3 of the HUD Act of 1968 and reserving the right to reject any or all proposals. While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed, the county is an Equal Opportunity Employer, suggesting potential preferences for diverse or disadvantaged businesses. The evaluation will be conducted by a review committee, with each board member scoring proposals individually. After initial scoring, negotiations will be conducted with the highest-scoring offeror to finalize contract terms. Although a specific budget range is not provided, the fixed-price nature of the contract and the focus on homeowner rehabilitation suggest a project scope aligned with typical HOME grant funding levels. The procurement is specifically focused on lead-based paint inspection services for rehabilitation properties, indicating a targeted, specialized procurement aimed at improving housing safety and quality in Sunflower County.