Description
The Chicago Housing Authority is seeking a qualified general contractor to fully modernize and electrify a historic six‑unit, three‑story public housing building at 735‑737 S Independence Blvd., Chicago. The scope includes demolition of existing building components, complete replacement of structural, architectural, civil, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire‑protection and telecommunications systems, removal of gas lines, landscape improvements, and compliance with lead‑safe (RRP) and asbestos regulations. Bids are to be submitted electronically by the bid opening date, with mandatory pre‑bid conference and site visit for all interested parties. The contract will be a lump‑sum, single‑firm fixed‑price award with performance and payment bonds, and includes strict M/W/DBE and Section 3 labor utilization goals.
• Full demolition (basement to roof) and new construction of a three‑story, six‑unit building, including all MEP systems and site work.
• Required certifications: RRP (lead‑safe), ICC energy‑efficiency installer, and compliance with HUD‑Section 3 and Davis‑Bacon prevailing‑wage rules.
• Financial and bonding requirements: 5 % bid security, 100 % performance bond (or 50 % each performance/pay), and submission of financial statements based on contract value.
• Schedule: Earliest notice‑to‑proceed 7 Aug 2026; substantial completion required by 30 Aug 2027, with $1,500 per day liquidated damages for delay.