Contractor's Handbook & Qualifications Application
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Lead Hazard Reduction
All work performed on lead-containing surfaces must conform to lead-safe practices, and be
completed by workers who are either supervised by an EPA-certified abatement supervisor, or be
performed by workers trained in
lead-safe work practices. If abatement options are specified in
the work write-up, then the contractor must hire an
EPA-certified and state-licensed abatement
contractor and submit proof of the current state license.
Contractor Selection Process
Project bids may be requested from a list of contractors maintained by the CDBG Program who
have expressed interest in
bidding on local rehabilitation projects. Any contractor who would like
to be added to this list or
continue as a contractor must provide a valid and acceptable certificate
of insurance, proof of Westchester
County Home Improvement contractor registration/certificate
and any other documents deemed necessary. The
contractor must maintain an acceptable level
of performance to remain on the list as a potential bidder/contractor.
Contract Documents
1. Scope of Work: This document is also known as the “PROJECT TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION & BID
PROPOSAL” will be prepared by the CDBG program’s Rehabilitation Officer who performed the
on-site inspection. It identifies mandatory work items, which are included in the general
contractor’s proposal. The work is specified to the priority schedule below:
a. Compliance with the International Residential Code (the most recently adopted edition)
b. Energy conservation
c. General property improvements
2. Bid Proposal Form: Complete this form showing both the itemized and the total bid price for
the work.
The Rehabilitation Officer will review the bid proposals.
3. Program Rehabilitation Standards: All construction work shall be performed according to the
NYS Uniform Building Code Rules & Regulations, Local Building Zoning, Mechanical, Plumbing,
Electrical & Demolition Codes, National Electrical Code, all locally adopted codes in effect and
White Plains program rehabilitation standards. The contractor’s workmanship and
performance are subject to evaluation and acceptance by both the homeowner and CDBG
Rehabilitation Officer. Failure to maintain an acceptable performance level will result in
debarment from future work.
Standard Procedures
Bidding
1. The general contractor is ultimately responsible for the bid and its content, which
encompasses the entire project, permits and fees. Pre-bid site visits are required. This includes
site familiarity, inspections, and review of the work write-up items, verification of
measurements, and quantities, and further review of those items listed by a subcontractor
within the bid document.
2. Return completed proposal to the program’s Rehabilitation Officer prior to the deadline.