When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due December 4, 2026. Questions must be submitted by November 10, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $600,000.

It was issued by Washington State Housing Finance Commission. The work is located in Seattle, Washington, United States.

Nspire Inspections Services (Due December 4, 2026)

Overview

Real Estate & Property Management

Seattle, Washington, United StatesPosted: October 19, 2026Deadline: December 4, 2026

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SUMMARY

The Washington State Housing Finance Commission is seeking proposals from experienced firms to conduct NSPIRE-compliant physical inspections of approximately 1,200 multifamily rental properties funded through the Low Income Housing Tax Credit program.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must have at least five years of experience conducting HUD-regulated inspections as defined by HUD at 24 CFR 5.703
Must have experience conducting inspections in compliance with Federal and State accessibility standards including Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Fair Housing Amendments of 1988
Must maintain commercial general liability insurance with a limit of not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence
Must maintain automobile liability insurance with a minimum limit of $1,000,000 per occurrence if vehicles are used
Must maintain employers liability insurance with limits not less than $1,000,000 per accident for bodily injury or $1,000,000 per employee for bodily injury by disease
Must be able to complete assigned inspections within a defined time frame
Must be able to prepare detailed, concise written reports in the required format
Must be able to provide analysis of inspection report data as required

BUDGET

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$600,000

CONTRACT DURATION

12 months

TIMELINE

Question and Answer Session: November 10th, 2026

Proposal Delivery Deadline: December 4th, 2026

Tentative Selection of Contractor: December 18th, 2026

Annual Inspection Period: March 1st to October 31st

QUESTION DEADLINE

November 10, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

Washington State Housing Finance Commission

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DESCRIPTION

The Washington State Housing Finance Commission requires professional inspection services for its multifamily portfolio, which consists of approximately 1,200 developments inspected on a three-year cycle, averaging 370 projects and 4,800 units annually. The selected contractor will perform in-person, NSPIRE-compliant inspections of sites, building exteriors, common areas, building systems, and dwelling units, and provide detailed reports, deficiency grids, and photographic evidence. The initial contract term is one year, with an option to renew for up to three additional one-year periods.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due December 4, 2026. Questions must be submitted by November 10, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: The published budget is $600,000.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Washington State Housing Finance Commission. The work is located in Seattle, Washington, United States.

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