Annual Unit Inspections – Pre‑REAC/NSPIRE (RFP #300‑19‑26)

The Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh seeks a qualified firm to perform comprehensive annual inspections of roughly 4,000 public‑housing units, capture deficiencies in HUD‑approved software, and provide training and HUD‑appeal assistance. The contractor must use NSPIRE‑certified inspectors, document all findings with photos, and submit electronic reports within 24 hours of each unit inspection. The work period is July‑September 2026, with a one‑year base contract and two one‑year extension options. • Inspect 100 % of units (interior, common areas, exterior) following HUD NSPIRE standards. • Categorize deficiencies (life‑threatening, severe, moderate, low) and meet prescribed remediation timelines. • Deliver electronic reports via HACP’s Elite system or an equivalent platform, and conduct annual training for HACP staff. • Meet socioeconomic goals: minimum 18 % spend with MBEs and 7 % with WBEs, with required subcontractor certifications.