Description
The Cherokee Nation Housing Authority is soliciting bids to fully rehabilitate a single‑family home built in 1954 located at 16571 S Highway 66, Claremore, OK. The scope covers complete interior and exterior upgrades, including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, drywall, flooring, painting, and replacement of windows and doors. The home contains asbestos‑containing ceiling texture that must be managed in accordance with EPA and OSHA regulations. Work must start within two weeks of award notification (or incur $100/day liquidated damages) and be completed within 45 working days. Indian‑owned firms with current TERO certification receive preference and must pay a TERO fee; all bidders must meet extensive insurance, Davis‑Bacon wage, HUD, Buy‑American, and drug‑free workplace requirements. Payment is split 50% after inspection and the remainder at final acceptance.
• Full‑home rehabilitation: carpentry, plumbing, electrical, drywall, flooring, painting, window/door replacement, fire‑safety devices, water heater, septic cleaning.
• Mandatory asbestos compliance and OSHA safety plan; use of specified product models and materials.
• Tight schedule – start within 14 days, finish in 45 working days; $100/day penalty for delayed start.
• Preference for TERO‑certified Cherokee Nation tribal firms; required insurance limits and Davis‑Bacon prevailing‑wage rates.