FMD 26-028 Emergency Board Up Services - Insurance Only

The contract outlines an agreement for emergency board-up services conducted by a selected contractor for unoccupied, vacant, or abandoned structures within the city limits of Avondale. The Avondale Fire and Medical Department responds to fires at these vulnerable properties, which without responsible owners to secure them, remain exposed to risks such as repeated fires, vandalism, and becoming hazards to the community. The contractor will be chosen based on their responsiveness and advantage as bidders, and their services will be utilized when property owners are absent. The program functions as a referral through the city but does not imply any recommendation or guarantee of service quality by the city. All operational expenses including equipment and personnel will be borne by the contractor, who will be responsible for recovering costs directly from the property owners or their insurance companies. No charges will be imposed on the city for these services, and if the contractor is unable to secure reimbursement, they must absorb the financial loss themselves. This arrangement emphasizes the contractor’s independent responsibility for both service execution and financial risk, while the Fire and Medical Department facilitates access and coordination. The solicitation is managed by the city’s Fire and Medical Department in Arizona, with a response deadline set for January 26, 2026.