OAHMP-VAHMR0054-24 / Unit #10584
Posting Date: 04/20/26
Closing Date: 05/08/26
Location / Service Area: Fredericksburg, Virginia
Brief Project Description / Summary of Work
Entryway – Front Steps and Doorway
The home’s front entry includes three exterior brick steps leading to the front door. The work below is intended to improve traction on the steps and provide additional support while entering the home.
- Install Slip-Resistant Stair Treads
Provide and install slip-resistant stair treads (10 pack) or similar traction treatment on the existing brick front entry steps (product link).
- Materials must be rated for exterior use and suitable for installation on brick masonry surfaces.
- Treads must be securely installed and positioned to cover the primary walking surface of each step.
- Install Exterior Grab Bar at Entry Door
Provide and install one vertical 36-inch anti-slip grab bar at the exterior entry door (product link).
Location and placement:
- Grab bar must be mounted to the left side of the exterior entry door
- The bar should be positioned so it can be easily grasped while stepping up through the doorway.
Hallway Bathroom
- Remove Shower Doors and Frame
Contractor to remove the existing shower doors and full frame assembly from the bathtub.
After removal, contractor must:
- Repair all disturbed wall surfaces
- Patch and fill holes left by anchors or screws
- Restore wall finish as needed to create a clean surface (including prep and painting of bathroom if necessary)
- Install Curved Shower Curtain Rod
Contractor must provide and install a curved shower curtain rod above the bathtub to increase interior shower space and improve accessibility (product link).
- Install Shower Curtains (Liner and Outer Curtain)
Contractor shall provide and install two separate shower curtains: a liner curtain (product link) and an outer shower curtain (product link).
- Replace Existing Toilet with Comfort Height Toilet
Contractor to remove and dispose of the existing toilet and install a new comfort-height toilet (product link).
Provide and install toilet seat with integrated armrests to assist with safe sitting and standing (product link).
- Install Slip-Resistant Strips
Provide and install slip-resistant adhesive strips (15 pack) to traction in wet areas of the bathroom (product link).
Strips must be installed in the following locations:
- Inside the bathtub floor
- In primary standing and transfer areas adjacent to the toilet and sink
- At the bathroom doorway entrance
- Install Dual Shower Head with Sliding Bar
Contractor to remove the existing shower head and install a dual shower head system with adjustable sliding bar (product link).
- Install Vertical Grab Bar
Provide and install one 36-inch vertical grab bar at the rear wall near the shower/tub area. Placement should support safe entry/exit and stabilization during bathing. Mount securely into wall studs or appropriate blocking.
Hallway
- Lighting Improvements
Provide and install battery-powered motion sensor LED night lights (6 pack) along the hallway leading from the living room to the bedrooms (product link).
Installation requirements:
- Lights must be installed approximately 6–8 inches above the floor
- Lights must be installed on both walls of the hallway
- Provide and install AAA batteries
Lights will be spaced so that the walking path remains visible when motion is detected.
Bedroom (End of Hallway – Left)
- Install Motion Sensor Lighting
Provide and install remote-controlled, dimmable LED lights (2 sets of 2) in the bedroom (product link).
Install lights in the following locations:
- Near the bedroom door light switch
- One light on each side of the bed
- One light on the wall near the entrance to the ensuite bathroom
- Provide and install AA batteries
Final placement shall follow the participant’s requested locations.
- Install Two-Way Video and Audio Monitor
Contractor to provide and install one two-way video and audio monitor system (product link).
Installation requirements:
- Position the camera unit facing the bed in the participant’s bedroom
- Ensure the bed area is clearly visible within the camera view
Provide the receiver unit to the participant’s spouse for placement in the secondary bedroom.
Contractor shall report any underlying conditions discovered during repair prior to proceeding beyond the scope described above.
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.
• Where specific product links are provided in the Scope of Work, contractors must use the exact products referenced in those links unless a written substitution is approved bydRC prior to purchase.
• 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.
• Contractors must have a Unique Entity ID (UEI) for HUD compliance purposes.
• 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 posted and emailed within ten (10) business days of the closing date.
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