OAHMP-VAHMR0054-24 / Unit #12050
Posting Date: 06/03/26
Closing Date: 06/24/26
Location / Service Area: King George, Virginia
Brief Project Description / Summary of Work
Main Level Hallway Bathroom
Toilet Transfer Support
Toilet Paper Grab Bar
- Furnish and install toilet paper grab bar to right side of toilet to improve safety and support during transfers (product link).
- Contractor to field verify final mounting location based on participant reach range and existing wall conditions.
Bathroom Threshold Accessibility
Flush Bathroom Entry
- Modify existing bathroom threshold to create safer, more flush transition into bathroom.
- Contractor to minimize vertical height transition to reduce trip hazards and improve mobility access.
Bathroom Slip Resistance
Non-Skid Safety Strips
- Furnish and install non-skid safety strips throughout bathroom flooring and within bathtub/shower area to improve traction and reduce fall risk (product link).
- Contractor to prepare surfaces in accordance with manufacturer recommendations prior to installation.
Shower Accessibility
Dual Head Shower System
- Remove existing shower head and replace with dual-head shower system on adjustable sliding bar (Product link, chrome finish).
- Sliding bar to allow adjustable handheld shower positioning for seated or standing use.
- Contractor to field verify compatibility with existing plumbing configuration.
Vanity and Mirror Replacement
Lighted Medicine Cabinet Vanity Mirror
- Remove existing mirrored vanity and replace with mirrored medicine cabinet with integrated lighting (current mirror approximately 34 inches x 34 inches) (Product link).
- Repair drywall and wall finish as needed following removal and installation.
- Contractor to field verify final cabinet dimensions and compatibility with existing electrical configuration.
First Floor Bedroom
Bedroom Threshold Accessibility
Flush Bedroom Entry Transition
- Remove and replace bulky bedroom door threshold to create safer, more flush transition into bedroom.
- Contractor to minimize vertical height transition to reduce trip hazard and improve mobility access.
Mattress Replacement
Queen Mattress
- Replace existing queen mattress with 10-inch queen mattress (Product link).
- Contractor to coordinate delivery and setup with participant.
Box Spring Replacement
Low-Profile Box Spring
- Replace existing box spring with 4-inch low-profile queen box spring (Product link).
- Contractor to coordinate delivery and setup with participant.
Bed Mobility and Transfer Support
Motion Light-Activated Bed Rail
- Furnish and install motion-activated bed rail to right side of bed near head of bed (Product link).
- Bed rail to be compatible with existing bed configuration and securely installed per manufacturer recommendations.
Entryway (Front of Home)
Exterior Handrails
Continuous Handrail System
- Furnish and install continuous graspable handrails on each side of front entry steps.
- Handrails to extend a minimum of 12 inches beyond bottom step to improve stability and support during ascent and descent.
- Contractor to securely anchor railings to structurally appropriate surfaces and field verify final configuration based on existing stair and porch conditions.
Front Step Slip Resistance
Non-Skid Stair Treads
- Furnish and install exterior-rated non-skid stair tread strips on front entry steps to improve traction and reduce slip hazards (Product link). Use either linked product or product contractor determines is more suitable for use on concrete stairs.
- Contractor to ensure strips are securely adhered and apply supplemental adhesive if needed for long-term exterior durability and weather resistance.
- Contractor to clean and prepare stair surfaces prior to installation in accordance with manufacturer recommendations.
Outdoor Space
Sliding Glass Door Repairs
Existing Sliding Door Functionality
- Repair existing sliding glass door at outdoor access area to improve safe operation and ease of use.
- Contractor to inspect rollers, track, locking mechanism, alignment, and handle hardware and complete repairs as needed for smooth operation.
- Repair additional main-level sliding glass door noted by as having similar operational concerns.
Exterior Handrail Replacement
Continuous Graspable Handrails
- Remove and replace existing exterior handrails with graspable handrail system approximately 1.25 inches in diameter.
- Handrails to be continuous along full length of stairs and extend a minimum of 12 inches beyond bottom step to improve stability and support during stair negotiation.
- Contractor to securely anchor railings to structurally appropriate surfaces and field verify final installation layout based on existing stair configuration.
Stair Repair or Replacement
Side Yard Stair Access
- Repair or replace stairs leading down to side yard as needed to address stability, safety, and accessibility concerns.
- Contractor to field verify condition of stair framing, treads, risers, and supporting components and complete repairs or replacement as necessary for safe use.
Exterior Grab Bar
Sliding Door Support Grab Bar
- Furnish and install one 24-inch vertical grab bar to left side of sliding glass door (Product link).
- Grab bar to be mounted approximately 33 inches above finished deck surface.
- Contractor to anchor grab bar into structurally appropriate backing/blocking in accordance with manufacturer recommendations.
Exterior Slip Resistance
Non-Skid Stair Tread Strips
- Furnish and install exterior-rated non-skid stair tread strips to all exterior steps, including the two steps leading from sliding glass door (product link).
- Contractor to apply supplemental adhesive and/or flush-mounted mechanical fasteners as needed to ensure long-term secure attachment and minimize trip hazards.
- Contractor to clean and prepare stair surfaces prior to installation in accordance with manufacturer recommendations.
Upstairs Bedroom
Bedroom Threshold Accessibility
Flush Bedroom Entry Transition
- Remove and replace existing bulky bedroom door threshold to create safer, more flush transition into upstairs bedroom.
- Contractor to minimize vertical height transition to reduce trip hazard and improve ease of mobility between hallway and bedroom spaces.
Bed Mobility and Transfer Support
Motion-Activated Bed Rails
- Furnish and install motion-activated bed rails to both sides of bed near head of bed (Product link).
- Bed rails to be compatible with existing bed configuration and securely installed in accordance with manufacturer recommendations.
- Contractor to coordinate final placement with participant to ensure accessibility and functionality.
Stairs Leading to Top Level of Home
Stairway Handrail System
Continuous Graspable Interior Handrail
- Furnish and install continuous graspable handrail along wall leading to upper level of home.
- Handrail to provide continuous support throughout stair ascent and descent, including stair transition/turn area near upper landing.
- Handrail to be securely anchored to structurally appropriate wall framing and installed at accessible height in accordance with manufacturer recommendations.
- Contractor to field verify final mounting configuration based on existing stair geometry and wall conditions.
Stairway Safety Lighting
Motion Sensor Stair Lighting
- Furnish and install motion-sensor battery-powered lighting along stairway wall leading to upper level of home (product link).
- Lighting to be mounted approximately 6–12 inches above stair tread height and spaced throughout stair run to improve nighttime visibility and reduce fall risk.
- Contractor to field verify spacing and placement to provide consistent illumination across lower stair section, upper stair section, and landing/transition area.
- Lighting placement to avoid interference with handrail use and walking clearance.
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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