The New Orleans City Council is asking for proposals from structural engineers or engineering firms to help reduce the risk of future building collapses.
The request for proposals follows a series of building collapses that happened across the city in late 2024.
In a press release from the City Council, members said they anticipate that the consultant will be responsible for:
- Studying and analyzing current legislation in light of past building collapses;
- Proposing legislative structures and programs to prevent further building collapses in the city whenever possible;
- Identifying data required to undertake any proposed solution;
- Providing cost estimates to the city and to the private sector for any proposed solution;
- Providing a pros and cons related to any proposed solution;
- And providing reports and testimony as requested by the Council.
“We cannot stand by as structural dangers in our communities continue to threaten public safety, disrupt businesses, damage property and strain first responder resources.” City Council Vice President Helena Moreno said in a prepared statement. “It’s crucial that we develop clear strategies to enhance inspection processes, overcome any legal or regulatory barriers, and establish a plan to better protect our residents and local businesses.”
“This RFP is about getting ahead of the problem by bringing in expert guidance to help us craft meaningful, enforceable policies,” Councilwoman Lesli Harris said in a prepared statement. “We need to ensure that every resident and business in our city is safe, and that starts with strong legislation and smart inspections.”
View the full RFP with additional details and criteria here.
RFP submissions, including samples of work products, must be submitted electronically to Justyn A. Hawkins at [email protected] by 5 p.m. on Thursday, July 31.
