Residential Moving Services

The Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority (NRHA) is seeking sealed bids for Residential Moving Services across the City of Norfolk, Virginia, with a specific focus on relocating elderly and disabled residents during RAD/Section 18 blend conversions at Sykes Midrise and Partrea Midrise. The procurement is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) with solicitation number PR2529-170-26, targeting comprehensive, phased relocation services for approximately 350-400 residential units over a four-year period. Contractors must provide full moving services including packing, unpacking, and appliance moves for one and two-bedroom units ranging from 601 to 780 square feet. Key deliverables include temporary resident relocation lasting 4-6 months during renovation periods, with Sykes Midrise activities beginning in November 2025 and Partrea Midrise starting in late 2026. Bidder qualifications require a minimum of three years of experience in residential moving services, appropriate insurance coverage, and compliance with Section 3 hiring requirements. The bid response deadline is September 30, 2025, at 2:00 PM Eastern Standard Time, with the final date for questions set at September 17, 2025.

The contract will be awarded as a fixed quantity, firm fixed-price agreement with NRHA intending to select multiple contractors. While no specific set-aside designations were explicitly mentioned, the procurement emphasizes compliance with Section 3 hiring requirements, which typically provides opportunities for low-income residents and businesses. The pricing schedule includes differentiated rates for one and two-bedroom unit moves, with provisions for packing materials and move cancellation charges. NRHA reserves the right to negotiate pricing for potential contract option year renewals and maintains the ability to terminate the contract with 60 days' written notice. Although specific budget ranges were not detailed, the scope suggests a substantial multi-year contract covering comprehensive moving services for approximately 350-400 residential units across two separate housing sites. Contractors will be required to follow specific guidelines for resident communication, accessibility, and move coordination, indicating a complex and nuanced service requirement.