Frequently Asked Questions - Business

Question: May I use the HUD logo on my business cards or web site?

Answer: Please feel free to use any of the equal housing opportunity icons. HUD's official seal is used only by the Department.

Question: How can I find out about HUD Contracting Opportunities?

Answer: You can view and/or download any HUD solicitation for which you are interested in competing. Each solicitation contains a detailed description of the contract work requirements as well as instructions on how, when and where to submit your bid/proposal. You might also want to check out our "Quick Guide to HUD Contracting"

Question: How can I get on a contractor list for construction of new HUD housing or making repairs on HUD properties?

Answer:
General
You can view and/or download any HUD solicitation for which you are interested in competing. Each solicitation contains a detailed description of the contract work requirements as well as instructions on how, when and where to submit your bid/proposal. From that page, you can also subscribe to a free email notification service for HUD contracting opportunities. You might also want to check out our "Quick Guide to HUD Contracting." HUD does not typically contract directly for the services you describe, but you there are other possibilities.

Single Family Properties
Most of the HUD-owned properties are sold "as-is". HUD has direct contracts with Management and Marketing (M&M) companies who are responsible for these services. Your best bet would be to contact the M&M contractor in your area to market your services and ask to be placed on their bidders lists for possible future subcontracting opportunities.

Multifamily Properties
The same holds true for multifamily properties. View a list of HUD’s prime multifamily contractors.

New Contruction
HUD does not contract for these services. Typically, HUD provides grant funding to local City and State governments for their various economic development programs. Some of the work these entities do might entail new construction. So for this type work, your best bet would be to contact your local City or State purchasing offices to market your services and ask to be placed on their bidders lists for possible future contracting opportunities.

Public housing
Another possibility would be for you to contract with local Public Housing Agencies (PHA) as they do a lot of contracting also.

Question: How can I get a grant or loan to start my own business?

Answer: HUD does not offer any direct funding opportunities, grants, or specific assistance for starting a new business. You might want to check with your local U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) office. The SBA has many programs available to assist you. One good place to start is to visit the SBA's "Starting Your Own Business" internet site.

 

Question: Are Third Party Tracers Legal?

Answer: It is true that there are some businesses that "trace" individuals due an FHA refund, then charge the recipient a fee for recovering the refunds. While this is a legal endeavor, it is not a HUD sponsored or endorsed program. HUD does not contract for these services. Anyone can see if they are due an FHA refund and claim it for free.

 

Question: How do I become a UPCS inspector?

Answer: All HUD assisted and insured housing covered under the Department's Uniform Physical Condition Standards (UPCS) regulations must be inspected by individuals certified in the use of the Department's UPCS inspection protocol and procedures. more...