Wood Burning Appliance HVAC Replacement

The contract is for a Wood Burning Appliance HVAC Replacement program, where Multnomah County is seeking contractors to remove wood burning appliances and replace them with high efficiency heat systems. The program aims to reduce air pollution and improve health in Multnomah County. The contract has a term of one year, with the option to extend for up to five years. The county has budgeted approximately $500,000 for this program. Some key points about this contract include: • The program will provide financial incentives to homeowners to replace old, inefficient, and highly polluting wood stoves or wood inserts with cleaner and more efficient home heating devices. • The program will prioritize households using wood stoves or wood inserts as their primary heat source, and those located in target areas or low-income tracts. • The contract requires the supplier to work with the program coordinator and the homeowner to determine an approved scope of work, remove and destroy the wood burning device, and install cleaner and more efficient home heating devices. • The supplier must also maintain or achieve Energy Trust of Oregon Trade Ally certification. • The contract includes requirements for insurance, pricing, and payment. • The county may extend the contract term for up to five years, and may also amend the contract to add or remove work as necessary.