RFQ Q004091 Manufactured Home Park Needs Assessment

The City of Chesapeake, Virginia, has issued Request for Quotation (RFQ) Q004091 for a Manufactured Home Park Needs Assessment, seeking a qualified consultant to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of manufactured home parks within the jurisdiction. The primary objectives include assessing the condition of 20 conforming manufactured home parks, performing detailed community engagement with residents and owners, and developing a comprehensive report that examines physical infrastructure, ownership dynamics, safety risks, and affordable housing alternatives. Consultants must demonstrate extensive experience in community data collection, analysis, and engagement, with particular emphasis on working with non-English speaking residents and those potentially uncomfortable with government interactions. The project requires creating a detailed inventory system, evaluating unit conditions, infrastructure needs, ownership status, and potential costs. Submissions are limited to 10 pages in PDF format and must include firm information, personnel qualifications, project approach, and references. The RFQ was posted on February 14, 2025, with proposals due by March 14, 2025, at 5:00 PM, and the final project report is expected by October 15, 2025.

The procurement appears to be open to all qualified consulting firms without specific set-aside designations or enterprise restrictions. The total project budget is capped at $20,000.00 and is funded through Virginia Housing resources. Consultants will be expected to assess manufactured home parks ranging from 2 to 89 units, with a focus on understanding resident interests, particularly in potential resident-owned park models. Submissions can be made electronically through eVA/email or via paper submission, but not through both channels simultaneously. While no incumbent vendors are explicitly mentioned, the RFQ suggests a desire for consultants with prior experience in manufactured housing assessments, community engagement, and comprehensive reporting. The evaluation will likely prioritize firms demonstrating robust methodological approaches, proven community interaction skills, and the ability to produce actionable insights into manufactured home park conditions and resident needs.