Specifications include, but are not limited to: NHDOE seeks expert services for the performance of inspections of completed and in-progress weatherization work for purposes of quality assurance and program compliance, as well as to observe and interview workers regarding health and safety issues. All inspections require written reports in accordance with the NH Policies & Procedures Manual, and in a format acceptable to NHDOE. The contractor will assist NHDOE to ensure that program regulations are followed, including but not limited to ensuring that: all appropriate measures are included on work orders; installed measures are allowable, effective, and of good quality workmanship; installed measures are comprehensive; and all measures meet program standards. In addition, the successful proposer will be expected to assist the NHDOE WAP Program Manager in the design and delivery of appropriate weatherization training and technical assistance programs and activities, to address deficiencies gleaned from the QAI and in-progress field inspections, and to address the observed needs and the requested training topics of the wider NH weatherization network. Those appropriate training and technical assistance activities may include but are not limited to: ◼ Providing management for the New Hampshire state-wide Weatherization Technical Committee. ◼ Answering technical questions from the field regarding the use of the NH Weatherization Field Guide, the USDOE’s Standard Work Specifications, etc. ◼ Conducting, or arranging for, mentoring activities for weatherization staff and/or contractors as needed and requested. ◼ Providing technical support to the NH WAP Manager in the development of annual planning and administrative documents required by the Program. ◼ Arranging larger scale training activities, utilizing third-party providers, to meet the needs of the various professionals doing weatherization work: retrofit installers, crew chiefs, home energy auditors, quality control inspectors, administrative personnel, etc.
