Rehabilitation of Residential Single-Family Properties

The City of St. Petersburg, Florida, is seeking qualified firms to participate in a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for the Rehabilitation of Residential Single-Family Properties through its Housing and Community Development (HCD) Department. This procurement opportunity invites contractors to perform comprehensive rehabilitation services for owner-occupied single-family residences, including both interior and exterior building repairs such as window replacement, painting, tiling, carpet installation, plumbing, electrical work, HVAC, roof and fence repairs. Participating contractors must have a minimum of three years of licensing and experience operating under the same legal name and will be pre-qualified to bid on future HCD projects. The solicitation was released on November 28, 2023, with a response deadline of October 31, 2024, at 3:01 pm, and an anticipated recommendation of award to City Council on November 7, 2024. Contractors will be evaluated based on their ability to complete work according to specified plans and specifications, with payment contingent upon completion of work, thorough inspections, and submission of required documentation including a Draw Request Form, release of lien, and warranties.

The procurement includes significant set-aside and preference provisions, particularly through HUD's Section 3 requirements, which prioritize economic opportunities for low- and very-low income residents. Businesses can qualify for Section 3 status by having at least 30% of their workforce be Section 3 residents, committing to subcontract 25% of project dollars to qualified Section 3 businesses, or being 51% or more owned by Section 3 residents. Contractors must comply with federal regulations including non-discrimination laws, E-Verify requirements, and Executive Order 11246, which prohibits employment discrimination. Specific certifications are required, including Debarred Contractor Certification, E.O. 11246 Certification, and Certification of Nonsegregated Facilities. While no specific budget range is detailed, the project involves rehabilitation of multiple single-family properties, suggesting a potentially substantial cumulative contract value. Homeowners will ultimately select and enter into agreements with contractors, and the City will monitor compliance with various regulatory requirements throughout the project's implementation.