Development Consultant Services

The Vendor is required to provide on an as needed, on-call basis to provide oversight and advisory services for current and future development, rehabilitation, and capital improvement projects across housing portfolio.
- Objectives
•    Act as housing trusted advisor and project advocate.
•    Provide expert oversight of design, construction, and close-out activities.
•    Ensure alignment with housing strategic goals and portfolio priorities.
•    Maintain compliance with department, and local procurement standards.
•    Facilitate clear and transparent communication among stakeholders.
 - Pre-Construction Phase
•    Assist housing in developing project goals, budgets, and schedules.
•    Review funding requirements and coordinate with lenders, department, and other agencies.
•    Support the selection of architects, engineers, and consultants.
•    Provide procurement support, including proposal preparation and bid evaluations.
•    Review initial design concepts for feasibility, constructability, and cost-effectiveness.
- Design Phase
•    Facilitate coordination between housing, the design team, and stakeholders.
•    Review drawings, specifications, and documents to identify conflicts or cost-saving opportunities.
•    Ensure designs align with housing objectives and regulatory requirements.
•    Recommend value engineering options to optimize efficiency and cost.
- Construction Phase
•    Serve as housing representative during construction to monitor overall progress.
•    Conduct site visits and attend construction meetings as needed.
•    Review contractor submittals, RFIs, change orders, and payment applications.
•    Verify work quality and compliance with contract documents and specifications.
•    Provide proactive problem-solving to minimize risks, delays, or disputes.
•    Prepare regular progress reports summarizing schedule, budget, and quality updates.
- Close-Out Phase
•    Oversee project close-out, ensuring completion of punch lists and inspections.
•    Confirm delivery of as-built drawings, warranties, and turnover documentation.
•    Review and approve final pay applications and lien releases.
•    Ensure compliance documentation is submitted, especially for department reporting.
- On-Call Engagement Model
•    Services under this Scope will be provided as requested by housing on a task-order basis.
•    Each task order will define project details, deliverables, pricing, and NTE amounts.

- Contract Period/Term: 5 years
- Questions/Inquires Deadline: September 22, 2025