Environmental Specialists for Residential Home Inspection

The City of Pembroke Pines is seeking statements of qualifications from qualified firms, hereinafter referred to as the Contractor, to acquire proposals from qualified firms with specialized skills and interest in providing professional services to conduct environmental inspection services to determine the extent of mold and lead that is present in the property and the cost for each repair , in accordance with the terms, conditions, and specifications contained in this solicitation.

The intent of this RFQ is to contract with approximately two (2) or three (3) Environmental Specialists to perform environmental inspections for home health hazards, such as lead and mold.

Interested firms shall submit qualification statements, performance data and other information relative to the proposed Scope of Services. Responses will be evaluated by a Selection/Evaluation Committee. Firms that do not provide the information requested, or which fail to meet the minimum qualification criteria, shall be disqualified from further consideration.

The City of Pembroke Pines receives funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) through multiple programs including the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program, and HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME). In addition, it receives State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) funds from the Florida Housing Finance Corporation. From time to time, it may receive similar types of funds to carry out similar activities.

The City utilizes a pool of General Contractors, Home Inspectors, and Environmental Specialists for these projects. The pool of contractors for Home Inspectors and Environmental Specialists services is set to expire in September 2026.

The City is issuing RFQ # PL-26-01 “Environmental Specialists for Residential Home Inspection” and RFQ # PL-26-02 “Residential Home Inspection and Cost Estimating Services”. These solicitations will replace the existing pool of contractors. Pursuant to regulations of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, a vendor can only participate in one of the three pools of vendors; therefore, a proposer can only submit a response for one of the two RFQs.

Any vendor (including vendors currently under contract with the City) that wishes to be part of the new pool of contractors must submit a response to this solicitation.

Compliance

The work to be performed under this contract is subject to the requirements of Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968, as amended, and its implementing regulations at 24 CFR Part 75. The purpose of Section 3 is to ensure that economic opportunities, including employment and contracting, generated by certain HUD financial assistance shall, to the greatest extent consistent with 24 CFR Part 75, be directed to low- and very low-income persons and to Section 3 business concerns.

Pembroke Pines, Florida, ranked as the eleventh largest city among the state's four hundred plus municipalities and the second largest in Broward County, maintains a welcoming small-town ambiance that resonates with its residents. Located conveniently in southwest Broward County, the city provides seamless access to major highways, employment centers, entertainment venues, parks, golf courses, and a diverse array of dining and shopping options.

With a population of approximately 170,000 residents spread across 32.68 square miles, Pembroke Pines is renowned as one of the best cities to live in America. The city boasts 28 superior parks, lush landscaping, and a distinctive South Florida charm that contributes to its natural beauty. Notably recognized as 2024's Best Place to Raise a Family in Florida, and 2024's Best City of Hispanic Entrepreneurs by WalletHub, Pembroke Pines also earned a place as the on Money Magazine's esteemed Best Places to Live list in 2014, as the sole Florida representative, ranking in at #32 in the nation.

Incorporated in 1960, Pembroke Pines is celebrated as a safe and desirable community, having received accolades such as the All-America City designation. The city's commitment to arts and culture, exceptional schools, diverse population, numerous parks, and forward-thinking approach in an ever-evolving world make it a standout destination.

Pembroke Pines is also the home to the largest municipal-run charter school system in the nation, serving over 6,000 students across five separate campuses. The City’s award-winning charter school system is located in the Broward County School District, which is the sixth largest school district in the nation.