Invitation to bid NEDPL 18-2026 Triplett

The City of Rock Island is requesting bids from contractors for a rehabilitation project at a house located at 2948 12th Street. This owner-occupied property will be undergoing rehabilitation using Housing and Urban Development (HUD) funds to ameliorate deteriorating and deteriorated conditions. All work shall be subject to HUD 35.930 and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations.

The bidder shall submit a project plan using the design standards below that is in compliance with all applicable HUD, EPA, and State of Illinois regulations as well as all local building and zoning codes. The plan must include a clear project timeline and budget with line item costs. The contractor shall act as the general contractor for the project using subcontractors as required. Subcontractors that will be required should be clearly identified in the project plan.

Remove all the windows on the first floor and the basement. Remove the storm windows. Install new vinyl double hung windows that meet the energy code with the glazing. Windows shall be installed per manufactures instructions. Insulate around the new window frames. Install new white break metal over the new stops and existing brick moldings. All windows shall have each new unit and J-channels caulked with white Quad upon competition. [...] All windows should have half screens and safety latches ( Child sash locks). Repair the basement handrail. Brackets need to be tightened up and screwed into solid backing capable of hold 200lbs of down pressure.

Electrical work in the basement has been rewired at one point however needs to be gone through and brought up to code. The Panel needs knock-outs plugged/ covered the open spaces. Install 4 LED motion lights at all 4 egresses. Replace the kitchen light fixture with ceiling mounted LED. Replace the hallway light with new LED ceiling mounted fixture. Install missing switch and plate covers throughout the house. Electrical and building permit require before work starts.

The contractor shall have 30 days to complete the work from the date of contract signing. Change work orders over the course of the project are strongly discouraged.

Contractors who are interested in this project will need to schedule a site visit with the homeowner, Margie Triplett, by calling them at 309-428-5199, prior to submitting the bid. **Sealed bids must be received on or before November 9th by 2p.m.** Bids may be mailed or delivered in person. Late bids shall not be opened.

Each bid must be submitted on paper and delivered in a sealed envelope. Said envelope shall be clearly labeled with “ENCLOSED: 2948 12th Street Bid.” The cost of the work must be separated into line items with individual costs in addition to providing a total project cost.

Bidders must be currently licensed with the Illinois Secretary of State, bonded, and insured. Bidders must have and provide proof of General Liability, Vehicle, and Workers Compensation Insurances and name the City of Rock Island as a Certificate Holder.

The lowest bid shall not automatically guarantee that a contractor will get the work they bid on. Bids shall be reviewed for pricing, experience, previous work history, references, State Licenses, State Registration, insurances, bonds, subcontractors, equipment owned, equipment rented, operator experience, and financial stability. Submitted bid prices shall remain valid for 60 days after bid opening.