Description
The City of Indianapolis and Marion County is seeking qualified contractors to provide home repair services for low- and moderate-income residents. The scope of work includes general contracting, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, lead-based paint testing and removal, asbestos removal, roofing, radon testing and mitigation, and mold remediation. Contractors must demonstrate experience and qualifications in performing similar services and must comply with federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The contract will be for a period of 18 months, with the option to renew for an additional 18 months.
• The City will establish a pool of on-call contractors to perform work as part of the Homeowner Repair program.
• Contractors must provide a list of subcontractors and ensure that all workers are employees or independent contractors.
• The City will pay only for hours actually worked and materials actually required.
• Contractors must comply with Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968, which requires that employment and other economic opportunities be directed to low- and very low-income persons.
• Contractors must also comply with the City's Section 3 Plan and provide reports on labor hours worked by Section 3 workers.