Project Information

Bid Title

RFQ for Real Estate Broker Services

Issuing Agency

City of Citrus Heights

Location

California

Published Date

Jan 4, 2026

Closing Date

Jan 30, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

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Project Description

Bid Title:	RFQ for Real Estate Broker Services
Category:	Professional Services
Status:	Open

Description: Request for Qualifications (RFQ) The City of Citrus Heights (“City’) is soliciting qualifications from licensed real estate brokers/firms (“Respondents”) to provide professional realtor services for the marketing and sale of one City-owned residential property located at 7859 Casa Bella Way, Citrus Heights CA, 95621. The City seeks a qualified broker with demonstrated experience selling residential properties in the Citrus Heights, California area, including representing public entities, understanding public-sector transparency requirements, and managing sales involving publicly-owned property. The scope will be for assistance to sell one single family home currently owned by the City. It is the intent of this RFQ to result in a Listing Agreement with the selected respondent to provide real estate services as outlined within the RFQ document. It is the responsibility of the respondents to monitor this webpage for any addendums posted prior to the due date. Publication Date/Time: 1/2/2026 4:30 PM Closing Date/Time: 1/30/2026 3:00 PM Submittal Information: Submittals Accepted Via Email - See RFQ for Details Pre-bid Meeting: January 21, 2026 Contact Person: Regina Cave, General Services Director 916-727-4770 GeneralServices@citrusheights.net Related Documents: RFQ Real Estate Broker Services

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Public Notice

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ)

Residential Real Estate Broker Services

Release Date: January 2, 2026

Deadline for Submission: January 30, 2026 3:00 PM PST

Contact person: Regina Cave, General Services Director

City of Citrus Heights

6360 Fountain Square Drive

Citrus Heights, CA 95621-5577

(916) 725-2448

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS

Residential Real Estate Broker Services

RELEASE DATE:

January 2, 2026

CLOSING DATE:

January 30, 2026

Submittal must be received via email no later 3:00PM PST.

CONTACT PERSON:

Regina Cave

General Services Director

916-727-4770

rcave@citrusheights.net and generalservices@citrusheights.net

City of Citrus Heights

6360 Fountain Square Drive

Citrus Heights, CA 95621-5577

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00AM-4:00 P.M.

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Purpose

The City of Citrus Heights (“City’) is soliciting qualifications from licensed real estate brokers/firms

(“Respondents”) to provide professional realtor services for the marketing and sale of one City-

owned residential property located at 7859 Casa Bella Way, Citrus Heights CA, 95621.

The City

The City incorporated as a General Law city with a Council/Manager form of government in

January 1997. It is located approximately 10 miles east of downtown Sacramento on Interstate 80

between Sacramento and Roseville, California. The City has a population of approximately 88,000

residents in a 14 square mile area in a mature, urbanized community estimated to be approximately

97% built out.

The City currently employs over 210 full-time employees providing services in the areas of

community development, general services, general administration, economic development, finance

and police services. Citrus Heights is not a full-service city. Various special districts within Citrus

Heights provide such services as water, fire, schools, and parks & recreation. The City Council

priorities include maintain and enhance fiscal stability while supporting operational excellence,

maintain public infrastructure and enhance all modes of transportation, diversify for a vibrant

economy, preserve and enhance public safety, and enhance community vibrancy and engagement.

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Real Estate Broker Services

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Project Background

The City seeks a qualified broker with demonstrated experience selling residential properties in the

Citrus Heights, California area, including representing public entities, understanding public-sector

transparency requirements, and managing sales involving publicly-owned property. The scope will

be for assistance to sell one single family home currently owned by the City.

It is the intent of this RFQ to result in a Listing Agreement with the selected respondent to provide

real estate services as outlined herein.

Scope of Work

The selected broker shall perform, at minimum, the following services:

1. Pre-Listing Activities

o Inspect the property and provide recommendations for market readiness.

o Prepare a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA).

o Recommend an appropriate listing price.

o Advise on disclosures applicable to public agencies.

2. Marketing

o Prepare and implement a marketing plan, including MLS listing, property

signage, photography, digital and hard copy advertising, and outreach to potential

buyers.

o Coordinate and conduct open houses and private showings.

o Provide monthly marketing activity reports to the Agency.

3. Transaction Management

o Solicit, receive, and present all purchase offers.

o Advise the Agency on offer evaluation and negotiation strategy.

o Coordinate inspections, appraisals, and due-diligence activities.

o Assist in preparation of counter offers and required disclosures.

o Manage the transaction through escrow to closing.

4. Compliance

o Adhere to all applicable California laws and real estate regulations.

o Observe all conflict-of-interest requirements (e.g., Political Reform Act).

o Maintain confidentiality of Agency information.

5. Post-Sale Deliverables

o Provide closing statements and transaction documents.

Subject Property

The City of Citrus Heights is the current property owner of the real property at 7859 Casa Bella

Way, Citrus Heights CA, 95621 (APN # 211-0670-068-0000). The property is an existing single-

family residence constructed in 1979. The single story, 1,604 square foot property includes 4-

bedrooms and two baths as well as a two-car garage. The 6,600 square foot property is Zoned RD-

3.

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Real Estate Broker Services

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Mandatory Site Visit

A mandatory site visit will be conducted for all prospective respondents. Attendance at the site

visit is required for a response to be considered responsive to this RFQ.

Date: January 21, 2026

Time: Between 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM (drop-in window)

Location: 7859 Casa Bella Way, Citrus Heights, CA 95621

Respondents may arrive at any time during the scheduled window. City staff will be present to

allow access to the property and to verify attendance.

Attendance will be documented via a sign-in sheet. Only firms or independent agents that have

signed in will be eligible to submit a response. Failure to attend the mandatory site visit will result in

disqualification of the RFQ submittal.

The purpose of the site visit is to allow respondents to familiarize themselves with the property

conditions and any observable constraints. No oral statements, explanations, or representations

made during the site visit shall be binding on the City. Questions may be asked during the site visit

for general clarification; however, any substantive questions or requests for interpretation must be

submitted in writing in accordance with the RFQ “Questions” section.

Respondents are encouraged, but not required, to notify the City by email to

generalservices@citrusheights.net and rcave@citrusheights.net of their intent to attend the site visit

no later than January 16, 2026.

Surplus Land Act Finding

The property is subject to a finding that the property is exempt from the Surplus Land Acts by

the State of California Housing and Community Development Department. Listing, sale and

similar milestones may not take place until such time the exemption is certified, anticipated mid-

February 2026.

RFQ Submittal Format

Reponses must including the following:

1. Cover Letter

• Firm name, address, contact person, email, and phone

• Statement of interest

• Certification of no conflicts of interest

2. Firm Qualifications & Experience

• Summary of relevant experience, especially with public-sector clients

• List of at least three comparable residential property sales within the last 3 years

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3. Project Team

• Names, titles, and qualifications of staff who will be assigned

• Copy of broker license(s)

4. Marketing Strategy

• Preliminary plan for marketing the subject property

• Proposed timeline

5. Commission Proposal

• Proposed commission rate or fee structure

• Any additional costs or reimbursables

• Sample Listing Agreement

6. References

• Reference list, including at least three applicable references. Include name, title

and contact information for each reference, as well as a brief description of the

specific services provided.

7. Mandatory Site Visit Verification

• Acknowledgement of attendance at the mandatory site visit (attendance will be

verified by City sign-in records)

Evaluation Criteria

Selection of a broker/firm shall be made based on the following criteria. Only responses

determined to be responsive the RFQ will be scored.

Responses submitted by firms that did not attend the mandatory site visit shall be deemed non-

responsive and will not be evaluated.

1. Completeness of response to RFQ as outlined in this solicitation (10 Points)

2. Ability of the applicant to meet or exceed the requirements defined in the RFQ (25 Points)

3. Experience, qualifications and references (25 Points)

4. Knowledge of local and regional real estate market (35 Points)

5. Fee schedule (5 Points)

Key Action Dates/Timeline (Tentative)

Release of RFQ

Mandatory Site Visit

Questions to be Submitted by

Deadline for Receipt of Proposals

Presentations/Interviews from Finalists*

Contract negotiations

Anticipated Contract Award Date

January 2, 2026

January 21, 2026 between 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM

January 23, 2026 by 5:00 PM

January 30, 2026 by 3:00 PM via Email

February 5, 2026

February 2-11, 2026

February 25, 2026

* If determined necessary by the City

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Real Estate Broker Services

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Commodity Codes

• NAICS 531210Offices of Real Estate Agents and Brokers

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