New Orleans Redevelopment Authority (NORA) Request for Proposals (RFP) Residential Real Estate Appraisal Services Issue Date: Thursday, August 27, 2026 Due Date: Thursday, September 17, 2026 The New Orleans Redevelopment Authority (NORA), to meet its needs and activities, is requesting proposals from qualified appraisal firms to provide Residential Real Estate Appraisal Services for properties with fewer than four (4) units and vacant or unimproved land. The services sought in the RFP are intended to cover properties in NORA’s inventory or that may be acquired by NORA. It is anticipated that NORA will enter into multiple Professional Services Contracts with the successful respondents for the provision of appraisal services. Services will be requested on an as-needed basis.    Single copies of the RFP may be obtained on NORA’s website at www.noraworks.org or by contacting Lucinda Rachel, Purchasing Specialist via telephone at (504) 658-4400 or email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. During the period between the issuance of this RFP and the due date, no oral interpretation of the RFP requirements will be provided to any prospective Offeror.  All questions and requests for interpretation must be submitted in writing to Lucinda Rachel, Purchasing Specialist, via email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. The deadline for submitting questions is Friday, September 11, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. (CST). NORA will reasonably attempt to answer questions submitted in advance. All questions and answers will be provided via an addendum. All proposals must be uploaded to an assigned shared folder no later than THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. (CST).  All responses must be received by NORA on or before the submission deadline. Responses delivered after the deadline will not be considered. NORA will not accept responses submitted by email or fax. All responses must be received by NORA on or before the Submission Deadline. NORA will not consider responses delivered after the deadline. Full RFP with background and requirements: Request for Proposals (RFP) Residential Real Estate Appraisal Services Brenda M. Breaux Executive Director

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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF FORMER VALENA C. JONES SCHOOL ON BEHALF OF THE NEW ORLEANS REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY ISSUED: THURSDAY, AUGUST 27, 2026 DUE: TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2026, 4:00 PM SOLICITATION OVERVIEW The New Orleans Redevelopment Authority (NORA), in coordination with NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS), invites qualified development teams to submit qualifications for the redevelopment of the former Valena C. Jones School, located at 1901 N. Galvez Street in New Orleans. The redevelopment of this historic property presents an opportunity to return a significant neighborhood asset to productive use while supporting community priorities and contributing to the continued revitalization of the surrounding area. Through this solicitation, NORA and NOLA-PS seek a qualified development team with the experience, organizational capacity, financial capability, and demonstrated commitment necessary to deliver a feasible and community-responsive redevelopment of the property. Community input received during the redevelopment planning process identified a range of potential uses and priorities for the site, including housing, education and childcare, workforce development, healthcare and social services, community-serving spaces, recreation and greenspace, sustainability and resiliency, arts and cultural uses, and opportunities that honor the history and legacy of the former school and surrounding community. Respondents should review the full RFQ for detailed information regarding the property, redevelopment objectives, submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and applicable terms and conditions. Optional Informational meeting registration: September 29, 2026 at 5:30 PM https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/eo0ldagER2iDaN4thvc8MA All inquiries must be submitted in writing via email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or during the on-line/virtual information session. The deadline for receipt of questions is 4:00 pm (CDT) on October 7, 2026. Responses to questions and any addenda will be posted on the NORA website and made available to all prospective respondents. All proposals must be uploaded to an assigned shared folder no later than TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. (CST). Respondents must submit a complete response in accordance with the submission requirements contained in the RFQ&P. All responses must be received by NORA on or before the submission deadline. Responses delivered after the deadline will not be considered. Full RFP with background and requirements:REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF FORMER VALENA C. JONES SCHOOLFOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF FORMER VALENA C. JONES SCHOOL Addendum #1 - Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for the Redevelopment of Valena C. Jones School

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NEW ORLEANS HOUSING INVESTMENT PROGRAM (NOHIP) REQUEST FOR APPLICATIONS TO DEVELOP SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES ON SCATTERED SITES ON BEHALF OF THE NEW ORLEANS REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY AND NEW ORLEANS REDEVELOPMENT UNLIMITED, INC.   The New Orleans Redevelopment Authority (NORA) and New Orleans Redevelopment Unlimited, Inc. (NORU) are requesting applications from developers seeking to purchase lots owned by NORA and seeking financing from NORU to support the redevelopment of those properties.  An informational meeting will be held online via Zoom, on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. (CDT).  Respondents are encouraged to attend this meeting, during which time NORA staff will discuss the application process, review program requirements, and answer questions. Applicants are required to register and complete the full application electronically through NORA’s grants management software system.  NORA will not accept hard copy submissions at this time.  The application period opens on Monday, July 6, 2026. All applications must be submitted electronically through NORA’s WebGrants Portal no later than THURSDAY, AUGUST 6, 2026, at 4:00 P.M. (CDT). Copies of the “Guidelines and Application”, including detailed instructions and information regarding the meeting, may be accessed at https://noraworks.org or by contacting Audrey Plessy, Procurement Manager, at (504) 658-4400 or email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..   Important Note: Please read and complete the entire application.  All applications must be complete at the time of submission to be considered. Missing items or information may result in disqualification. Full RFP with background and requirements: Request for Applications (RFA) New Orleans Housing Investment Program (NOHIP) Addendum Number One: Request for Applications (RFA) New Orleans Housing Investment Program (NOHIP) Development of For-Sale Affordable Housing and Designated NORA-Owned Properties Addendum Number Two: Request for Applications (RFA) New Orleans Housing Investment Program (NOHIP) Development of For-Sale Affordable Housing on Designated NORA-Owned Properties Addendum Number Three: Request for Applications (RFA) New Orleans Housing Investment Program (NOHIP) Development of For-Sale Affordable Housing on Designated NORA-Owned Properties Brenda M. Breaux Executive Director

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NEW ORLEANS REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (NORA) REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) PROPERTY MAINTENANCE SERVICES  ISSUE DATE: MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2026 DUE DATE: WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2026  The New Orleans Redevelopment Authority (NORA) works to redevelop and revitalize the City of New Orleans. Equipped with broad legal authorities, including the power to expropriate blighted properties, NORA works in partnership with the City of New Orleans, local organizations, businesses, neighborhoods, and citizens to implement comprehensive neighborhood and commercial corridor redevelopment plans. With these responsibilities, NORA has a large inventory of properties that require regular maintenance (grass cutting, lot clearing, and debris removal). Properties that are the subject of this RFP include: LLT Properties Transferred to NORA: In the wake of Hurricane Katrina, the State of Louisiana created the Louisiana Land Trust (LLT) as the receiver of properties acquired from homeowners through the Road Home Program. In 2012, LLT transferred approximately 3,000+ Orleans Parish properties (“Road Home Properties” or “Properties”) from its inventory to NORA. This number has been decreased as NORA disposed of them through its property disposition programs and there remains approximately 703 of these properties in NORA’s inventory. NORA Properties: Currently NORA owns approximately 170 properties that NORA has acquired over the years through expropriation, adjudication, long-term lease and donation. Other properties as identified by NORA. NORA desires to contract with multiple contractors to provide the lawn and yard maintenance on these properties on a routine or as needed basis and requests proposals from experienced property maintenance companies to provide the services needed. A copy of the RFP may be downloaded from the NORA website at www.noraworks.org, or by contacting Audrey Plessy, Procurement Manager at (504) 658-4402, or via email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Pre-Submission Meeting: A Pre-Submission Meeting will be held online via Zoom on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. (CDT). Prospective respondents are encouraged to attend. During this meeting, NORA staff will review the submission requirements, discuss the scope of work, and answer questions.  During the period between the issuance of this RFP and the proposal due date, no oral interpretation of the RFP requirements will be provided to any prospective Offeror.  All questions and requests for interpretation must be submitted in writing to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..  The deadline for submitting questions is Thursday, September 17, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. (CST). NORA will respond to written questions submitted via email before the due date and time. Answers to questions will be issued in the form of an addendum. NORA will not accept responses submitted by fax. Respondents must submit their proposal electronically through a Microsoft OneDrive shared folder. Responses delivered after the deadline will not be considered. All proposals must be uploaded to an assigned shared folder no later than WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. (CDT). NORA will award contracts resulting from this solicitation to the responsible Offeror or Offerors whose proposal, conforming to the solicitation, will be most advantageous, considering price and other technical factors. NORA reserves the right to award a contract without negotiations, to make multiple awards, to make no award, or to decline negotiations if it is determined that no respondent can deliver the required level of service within an acceptable price range and/or timeframe. Full RFP with background and requirements: Request for Proposal (RFP) Property Maintenance Services Addendum No. 1: Request for Proposals (RFP) Property Maintenance Services Addendum No. 2: Request for Proposals (RFP) Property Maintenance Services  Addendum No. 3: Request for Proposals (RFP) Property Maintenance Services Brenda M. Breaux Executive Director

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NEW ORLEANS REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (NORA) REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS CONSULTANT ISSUED: WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10, 2026 DUE: WEDNESDAY, JULY 8, 2026 New Orleans Redevelopment Authority (NORA) is a public agency charged with revitalization of underinvested areas in the City of New Orleans. To further its mission, NORA is seeking an experienced intergovernmental relations consultant with demonstrated experience working with governmental entities and the communities NORA serves. The consultant will act on behalf of NORA as a liaison to coordinate, facilitate and strengthen NORA’s relationships with federal, state, regional and local governments. Respondents, whether individuals, firms, or teams, are expected to provide specific expertise in the following: governmental affairs, policy making, program implementation and resource allocation to assist with achieving NORA’s goals and objectives. The successful respondent agrees that this solicitation, along with any work assignment arising from it, constitutes confidential information. Respondents further agree not to disclose such information except to NORA, to parties authorized by NORA, to governmental entities as required for permitting or compliance, or as otherwise required by a court of law.  Single copies of the RFP may be obtained on NORA’s website at www.noraworks.org or by contacting Audrey Plessy, Procurement Manager via telephone at (504) 658-4402 or email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. During the period between the issuance of this RFP and the due date, no oral interpretation of the RFP requirements will be provided to any prospective Offeror.  All questions and requests for interpretation must be submitted in writing to Audrey Plessy, Procurement Manager, via email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. The deadline for submitting questions is Friday, June 19, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. (CST). NORA will reasonably attempt to answer questions submitted in advance. All questions and answers will be provided via an addendum. All proposals must be uploaded to an assigned shared folder no later than WEDNESDAY, JULY 8, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. (CST).  All responses must be received by NORA on or before the submission deadline. Responses delivered after the deadline will not be considered. NORA will not accept responses submitted by email or fax. All responses must be received by NORA on or before the Submission Deadline. NORA will not consider responses delivered after the deadline. Full RFP with background and requirements: REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS CONSULTANT Addendum No. 1 - RFP for Intergovernmental Relations Consultant: Addendum No. 1  Addendum No. 2 - RFP for Intergovernmental Relations Consultant: Addendum No. 2 Brenda M. Breaux Executive Director

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