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HUD Procurement in Tampa

The Office of the Chief Procurement Officer (OCPO) obtains goods, services, and construction through the procurement process to ensure that the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) meets its objectives.

HUD contracts for a range of goods and services which present contracting businesses with significant opportunities for growth and keeps their business competitive. It is imperative that contractors interested in participating in HUD procurement in Tampa, understand the requirements to best position themselves to win HUD contracts.

Federal Acquisition Streamlining Act (FASA)

Construction projects developed with government funding require competitive bidding and compliance with federal laws. Procurement procedures are streamlined through the Federal Acquisition Streamlining Act (FASA), and contracting rules are governed by Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). These procedures ensure that contracted supplies, construction, and services are of good quality and that the competitive bidding process is fair to all parties and in compliance with applicable HUD, federal, and state laws.

How HUD Finds Qualified Contractors

HUD finds qualified contractors by listing contracting opportunities on the HUD website and from recommendations and references from technical and program experts. HUD also participates in trade fairs and networking with local small business organizations. To stay abreast of contracting and solicitation opportunities, contractors are encouraged to visit Sub-Net and FedBizOpps, respectively.

How HUD Solicits Bids and Methods of Procurement

The bid packages used by HUD contain a set of documents to which a applicant develops a responsive proposal. Depending on the procurement method being used, one of the following types of solicitations is used:

  • Request for Quotations (RFQ): Used for Simplified Acquisition Procedures for procurements under $100,000.
  • Invitation for Bids (IFB): Used for Sealed Bidding to award contracts to (responsive/responsible) bidders with the lowest bid.
  • Request for Proposal (RFP): Used for negotiations when considering other factors beyond the lowest bidding price.

Seek Expert Advice for HUD Rules in Tampa

Procurement and contracting activities must be conducted with integrity and in strict compliance with federal, state, and local laws to ensure that federal funds are awarded fairly. Once a contract is won, there are specific requirements that contractors must meet beyond performing the work itself.

Contractors are encouraged to work with an attorney from Cotney Attorneys & Consultants who has experience within the HUD regulatory landscape. An attorney from our firm can assist you with managing the risks and leveraging opportunities when seeking federal contracts, responding to governmental notices, and ensuring that you are in compliance with regulatory and certification requirements. For more insight into how our firm can assist you, give us a call today.

If you would like to speak with an attorney for assistance with HUD procurement in Tampa, please submit our contact request form.

Disclaimer: The information contained in this article is for general educational information only. This information does not constitute legal advice, is not intended to constitute legal advice, nor should it be relied upon as legal advice for your specific factual pattern or situation.