The Chicago Housing Authority is seeking a qualified general contractor to completely renovate and modernize a two‑story, Type IIIA masonry residential building at 132 N Pine Avenue, Chicago, IL. The scope includes interior demolition, new framing, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, fire‑alarm, security, and finish work; exterior roof, masonry, window, door, and painting upgrades; coordination with lead‑paint and asbestos abatement; compliance with NEPA, ICC energy‑efficiency standards, Davis‑Bacon prevailing‑wage rates, Section 3 labor requirements, and a 30 % MWDBE subcontracting goal. Bids must be submitted electronically through the CHA Supplier Portal, accompanied by extensive certifications, financial statements, performance/bond guarantees, and a detailed CPM schedule. The contract is a single‑firm fixed‑price award with a substantial‑completion deadline of 31 Oct 2027 and liquidated damages of $1,500 per day for overruns.
• Full interior & exterior renovation of an 8‑unit public housing building.
• Mandatory RRP certification, ICC‑certified energy‑efficiency installer, and coordination with prior lead‑based paint/ asbestos abatement.
• Strict compliance obligations: 30 % Section 3 labor, 30 % MWDBE subcontracting, Davis‑Bacon prevailing‑wage, 100 % performance bond, 5 % bid bond, and CPM schedule submission.
• Electronic bid submission only; pre‑bid conference and site visit on 5 Mar 2026 are required.