OAHMP-VAHMR0054-24 / Unit #11870
Posting Date: 06/17/26
Closing Date: 07/09/26
Location / Service Area: Orange County, Virginia
Brief Project Description / Summary of Work
Hallway Bathroom Accessibility Modifications
Walk-In Shower Conversion
Tub / Shower Removal
- Remove and dispose of existing tub/shower unit and existing shower curtain rod.
- Remove and dispose of adjacent storage closet located to the left side of existing tub area as needed to accommodate accessible shower installation.
- Prepare area for installation of accessible low-threshold/flush-entry shower system.
- Contractor shall protect adjacent finishes during demolition and remove all debris from site.
Accessible Shower Installation
- Furnish and install accessible low-threshold or flush-entry walk-in shower system with target width of approximately 36 inches.
- Contractor to field verify final dimensions and configuration based on existing bathroom layout, plumbing configuration, and structural conditions.
- Shower system shall include:
- Slip-resistant shower flooring
- Waterproof wall surround system
- Appropriate backing/support for future accessibility use
- Contractor shall coordinate final shower configuration to maximize participant safety and accessibility within available project budget.
Shower Drainage
- Install appropriate drainage system to promote effective water management and reduce standing water/trip hazards.
- Add linear drain installation if compatible with existing plumbing configuration and site conditions.
- Contractor to verify feasibility of linear drain during field inspection and propose alternate drainage solution if necessary.
Shower Fixture System
- Furnish and install handheld multi-head shower fixture system mounted on adjustable sliding bar (product link).
- Ensure secure mounting and full operational functionality.
Shower Grab Bars
- Furnish and install one (1) 24-inch vertical grab bar on wet wall at shower entrance area, mounted approximately 33 inches above finished floor (product link).
- Furnish and install one (1) additional 24-inch vertical grab bar on adjacent/rear shower entrance wall near former closet side, mounted approximately 33 inches above finished floor.
- Grab bars shall be securely anchored into wall framing or approved reinforced anchoring systems.
Shower Curtain System
- Remove existing shower curtain rod.
- Furnish and install one curved shower curtain rod compatible with accessible shower configuration (product link).
- Furnish and install:
- Two (2) shower curtains (product link)
- Two (2) shower curtain liners (product link)
- Contractor may select appropriately sized curtain products based on final shower dimensions.
Shower Chair
- Furnish, assemble, and place swivel shower chair within newly installed shower area (product link).
- Ensure chair is assembled per manufacturer specifications.
Toilet Area Accessibility Improvements
Comfort Height Toilet
- Remove and dispose of existing toilet.
- Furnish and install 17-inch comfort-height elongated toilet (product link).
- Ensure proper sealing, anchoring, and operational testing after installation.
Toilet Grab Bars
- Furnish and install wall-mounted grab bar system at rear toilet wall to improve transfer support and stability (product link).
- Install reinforced wall blocking or approved anchoring system as needed to provide secure mounting.
Bathroom Fall Prevention Improvements
Non-Skid Safety Strips
- Furnish and install non-skid flooring strips (product link) in areas prone to moisture and transfer activity, including:
- In front of sink
- Near toilet
- At shower entry/exit
- Bathroom entry area
Bathroom Lighting / Ventilation
Motion-Activated Lighting and Exhaust Fan
- Remove existing overhead bathroom exhaust fan unit.
- Furnish and install combination motion-detection overhead lighting fixture and exhaust fan system.
- Fixture shall provide both automatic lighting activation and bathroom ventilation functionality.
- Contractor shall ensure proper venting, electrical connection, and secure mounting in accordance with manufacturer specifications and applicable code requirements.
Pre-1978 Construction / Lead Safety Requirements
This home was constructed prior to 1978 and may contain lead-based paint. Contractor shall complete all work in a manner that maintains compliance with applicable HUD lead safety requirements.
To maintain de minimis levels of paint disturbance, no more than two (2) square feet of painted surface may be disturbed within any individual interior room or space while completing the work described in this scope of work. Contractor shall plan and perform work accordingly to minimize disturbance of painted surfaces.
Any anticipated disturbance exceeding these limits must be reported to the disAbility Resource Center prior to beginning work and may require additional approval, lead-safe work practices, or modification of the scope of work.
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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