Description
The Housing Authority of the Cherokee Nation is seeking a qualified contractor to rehabilitate a single‑family home in Cherokee County. The scope covers appliance replacement, carpentry, drywall installation and finishing, interior painting, and plumbing work. The contractor must finish the job within 20 working days after a Notice to Proceed, which must be issued within two weeks of award; failure to start on time incurs $100 per day liquidated damages. Preference will be given to bidders certified under the Tribal Employment Rights Office (TERO), with required documentation submitted at bid time. The contract is subject to HUD, tribal, and Buy‑American requirements, and the successful bidder must provide insurance, warranties, and a one‑year workmanship guarantee.
• Trades: appliances, carpentry, drywall, paint, plumbing.
• Schedule: start ≤ 2 weeks after award; completion ≤ 20 working days.
• Preference: TERO certification required for Indian preference; proof must accompany bid.
• Compliance: HUD clauses, tribal rules, Buy‑American, insurance limits, and one‑year warranty.
• Financials: bid must separate labor and material line items; payment in two installments (≥ 50 % on partial acceptance, remainder on final acceptance).