OAHMP-VAHMR0054-24 / Unit #14199
Posting Date: 09/25/26
Closing Date: 10/16/26
Location / Service Area: Caroline County, Virginia
Brief Project Description / Summary of Work
dRC – HUD OAHMP Scope of Work: Unit #14199
Side Entrance
Install Continuous Handrails
- Provide and install continuous, graspable handrails at the side entrance, extending from the exterior wall of the home along the steps to the end of the sidewalk, providing continuous support throughout the full transition between home and walkway.
- Match the color and style of the existing railings at the front entrance as closely as practical for consistent appearance.
- Securely anchor all railing components and ensure completed installation is stable and suitable for exterior use.
Install Non-Slip Treads
- Provide and install exterior-rated, non-slip treads on each step.
- Ensure materials are securely adhered or fastened and suitable for existing brick surface and exterior exposure.
- Product Link (Finish: Black with holes)
Install Exterior Grab Bar
- Install a black 16-inch vertical grab bar on the left side of the exterior door to provide a stable handhold while entering and exiting the home.
- Position grab bar above the existing ring camera, to provide a stable handhold while entering and exiting the home
- Secure grab bar to appropriate structural backing for safe weight-bearing use.
- Confirm final placement with participant prior to installation.
Install Solar Motion-Activated Light
- Provide and install solar-powered motion-activated lighting on the side of the home to illuminate the entrance steps, and pathway toward the participant’s vehicle.
- Install floodlight centrally under the eave at the side entrance.
- Position the solar panel where it will receive adequate sunlight for reliable operation.
- Position and aim lighting to provide effective coverage of walk surface.
- Confirm final placement with participant prior to installation.
Ensuite Bathroom
Replace Toilet with Comfort-Height Toilet
- Remove the existing toilet and provide and install a 19-inch comfort-height toilet with a round bowl.
- Include all necessary installation materials and connections.
- Ensure toilet is securely installed, properly sealed, and fully operational upon completion.
- Dispose of existing toilet.
Install (2) Wall-Mounted Fold-Down Toilet Grab Bars
- Provide and install two (2) wall-mounted flip-down grab bars at the toilet:
- Install at approximately 33 inches above finished floor
- Anchor securely into studs or approved structural backing
- Field verify placement to ensure safe use and adequate clearance
- Product Link
Install Vertical Grab Bar at Shower
- Provide and install one brushed-nickel 24-inch vertical grab bar on the wall to the right of the shower to provide a stable handhold when entering and exiting the shower.
- Install with the bottom of the grab bar approximately 33 inches above the finished floor.
- Secure grab bar to appropriate structural backing for safe weight-bearing use.
- Confirm final placement with participant prior to installation.
Install Non-Slip Safety Strips
- Provide and install clear safety anti-slip strips rated for wet environments at the following locations:
- Tub/shower floor
- Bathroom floor at sink
- Ensure strips are evenly spaced and securely adhered to the flooring surface to prevent lifting or peeling.
- Product link
Replace Showerhead
- Remove and dispose of existing showerhead and provide and install a dual handheld showerhead with an adjustable sliding mounting rail.
- Ensure all components are securely installed and fully operational.
- Product Link (Brushed Nickel)
Bedroom
Replace Carpet with Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring
- Room dimensions: approximately 14’x11′
- Remove the existing bedroom carpeting and padding
- Prepare the subfloor as necessary for installation of new flooring.
- Provide and install luxury vinyl plank flooring to match the flooring in the adjacent room as closely as practical. The participant is to select flooring from the contractor’s available inventory/options.
- Include moving bedroom furniture as necessary to complete flooring installation.
- Remove and dispose of existing carpeting, padding, and installation debris.
Front Entrance
Secure Existing Handrails
- Inspect and securely fasten both existing handrails at the front entrance steps.
- Repair or reinforce attachment points as necessary so both rails are stable and provide reliable support during stair use.
Install Non-Slip Treads
- Provide and install exterior-rated, non-slip treads on each front entrance step.
- Ensure materials are securely adhered or fastened to and suitable for existing brick surface and exterior exposure.
- Product Link (Finish: Black with holes)
Install Motion-Activated Flood Light
- Provide and install one motion-activated flood light on the existing porch covering, at the front entrance.
- Position and aim the fixture to illuminate the front entrance steps and sidewalk.
- Confirm final placement with the participant prior to installation.
Rear/Patio Entrance
Install Additional Matching Handrail
- Provide and install a black handrail across from existing handrail for additional support, extending from top step to patio.
- Additional handrail style to match existing as closely as practical, located approximately in the center of the steps, with approximately36 inches between wall mounted rail and newly installed handrail.
- Securely anchor handrail to provide support for navigating patio entrance steps.
Install Interior Vertical Grab Bar
- Provide and install one brushed-nickel 24-inch vertical grab bar on the wall to the right of the patio door.
- Install with the bottom of the grab bar approximately 33 inches above the finished floor.
- Confirm installation to be secured to appropriate structural backing.
Install Exterior Vertical Grab Bar
- Provide and install one black 24-inch vertical grab bar on the outside wall to the right of the patio door.
- Install with the bottom of the grab bar approximately 33 inches above the finished floor.
- Confirm installation to be secured to appropriate structural backing.
Install Threshold Ramp
- Provide and install a threshold ramp at the patio door to reduce existing transition and improve safe passage through the doorway.
- Field verify existing threshold height and doorway dimensions prior to ordering.
Install Non-Slip Treads
- Provide and install exterior-rated, non-slip treads on each step.
- Ensure materials are securely adhered to and suitable for existing brick surface and exterior exposure.
- Product Link (Finish: Black with holes)
Kitchen
Install Fire Extinguisher
- Provide an easy-to-use ABC-rated fire extinguisher and securely mount it to wall in the kitchen.
- Confirm final mounting location with the participant to ensure extinguisher is readily visible and accessible.
Hallway Bathroom
Replace Toilet with Comfort-Height Toilet
- Remove the existing toilet and provide and install a 19-inch comfort-height toilet with a round bowl.
- Include all necessary installation materials and connections.
- Ensure toilet is securely installed, properly sealed, and fully operational upon completion.
- Dispose of existing toilet.
Install (2) Wall-Mounted Fold-Down Toilet Grab Bars
- Provide and install two (2) wall-mounted flip-down grab bars at the toilet:
- Install at approximately 33 inches above finished floor
- Anchor securely into studs or approved structural backing
- Field verify placement to ensure safe use and adequate clearance
- Product Link
Utility Room
Install Vertical Grab Bar
- Install one brushed-nickel 24-inch vertical grab bar on the wall to the right side of the utility-room steps.
- Install at approximately 33-inches above the finished floor.
- Field verify wall construction and provide appropriate structural reinforcement/backing as necessary for safe weight-bearing installation.
Install Non-Slip Strips
- Provide and install, clear non-slip strips on each of utility-room steps.
- Ensure materials are securely adhered to and suitable for existing wood stair surface and securely adhered to prevent lifting.
- Product link
Install Motion-Sensor Lighting
- Provide and install battery-powered motion sensor lighting at both utility-room steps to illuminate each step during use.
- Position lighting along the steps to provide direct illumination of the stair surface.
- Product link
Contractors interested in submitting a bid may contact the disAbility Resource Center to obtain the project address and schedule a time to visit the site. Site visits are by appointment only and must be coordinated in advance. Inquiries may be emailed to sdavis@cildrc.org.
General Requirements
- Verify field conditions and exact quantities; request written approval for any substitutions.
- Product links included in the Scope of Work are provided to illustrate the intended type, function, and performance characteristics of the recommended item unless the Scope of Work specifically states that an exact product is required. Contractors may propose equivalent products that meet the functional intent of the Occupational Therapist’s recommendation. Any proposed substitutions should be identified in the contractor’s bid and include sufficient information to demonstrate equivalency. Following award, substitutions may also be requested if product availability, field conditions, or other circumstances warrant a change.
- All grab bars/rails must support 350 lb+ when properly anchored; coordinate heights per OT input where available.
- Protect adjacent finishes; clean up daily; provide 1-year workmanship warranty.
- Work must comply with local building codes and aging-in-place best practices. For pre-1978 homes, EPA Lead-Safe Renovator certification and practices are required.
- Section 3 Compliance: This project is subject to the requirements of Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968. Contractors and subcontractors are encouraged to make every effort to employ low-income persons and qualified Section 3 residents and to contract with Section 3 business concerns when feasible. Documentation of outreach and hiring efforts may be requested.
How to Apply / Submit a Bid
Due by the Closing Date:
• Completed bid/cost estimate with materials and labor itemized separately
• Proof of current Virginia contractor license
• Certificate of Insurance
• Lead-Safe and other certifications (if applicable)
• Completed W-9
Submit Bids or Questions to:
Samantha Davis, CAPS
Program Manager – Older Adult Home Modification Program
disAbility Resource Center
409 Progress St., Fredericksburg, VA 22401
540-373-2559 • sdavis@cildrc.org
Award Information
All bids will be reviewed for completeness, qualifications, and compliance with HUD requirements. The contract will be awarded to the bidder whose proposal is determined to be most advantageous to the project, considering price, experience, capacity, and overall responsiveness. Contractors may be contacted for clarification before an award decision is made. Award notifications will be emailed within ten (10) business days of the closing date.