IFB 26-BVUTS

The Housing Authority of the City of East St. Louis (ESLHA) is soliciting bids for Vacant Unit Turnaround Services. The services include cleaning, maintenance, and painting of vacant units in public housing. The contract will be for a period of one year, with the option to extend for up to four additional years. Here are the key points from the RFP: **Scope of Work:** * The contractor will provide comprehensive services to prepare vacant units for new tenants, including cleaning, maintenance, and painting. * The contractor will be required to provide a written estimate for each unit and complete the work within 10 calendar days. * The contractor will be responsible for furnishing all materials, equipment, and labor necessary to complete the work. **Contract Terms:** * The contract will be for a period of one year, with the option to extend for up to four additional years. * The contract will be awarded to multiple contractors, who will be selected to participate in a "pool" of contractors. * Contractors will be assigned work on an as-needed basis, based on their availability, quality of work, and other factors. **Requirements:** * Contractors must have sufficient qualified and competent personnel to perform the work. * Contractors must follow all applicable safety standards and regulations. * Contractors must provide proof of insurance and bonding. * Contractors must comply with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations. **Submission Requirements:** * Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope or through the DemandStar online bidding system. * Bids must be received by July 17, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. CST. * A pre-bid meeting will be held on July 2, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. CST. **Evaluation Criteria:** * Bids will be evaluated based on the contractor's experience, qualifications, and price. * The ESLHA reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to award the contract to the contractor that best meets the needs of the agency.