OAHMP-VAHMR0054-24 / Unit #12076
Posting Date: 07/14/26
Closing Date: 08/07/26
Location / Service Area: Rappahannock County, Virginia
Brief Project Description / Summary of Work
Ground Level First Floor Entry
Install Vertical Grab Bar at Exterior Entry Door
Provide and install one (1) 24-inch vertical grab bar with non-slip grip (product link).
Chrome finish preferred.
Install on left side of exterior doorway, approximately 33” from the ground
First Floor Bathroom
- Install Horizontal Grab Bar Beneath Window
Provide one24” horizontal grab bar beneath window (product link).
Chrome finish preferred.
Second Floor Hallway / Stair Landing
- Install Vertical Grab Bar at Step Transition
Provide and install one 24-inch vertical grab bar, chrome finish preferred (product link).
Install on the right side of the interior door frame at the transition from the stair landing into the kitchen/living area (when standing on the landing facing the step).
Mount approximately 33 inches above the finished floor.
Second Floor Entryway
- Install Vertical Grab Bar at Entry Door (Exterior)
Provide and install one (1) 24-inch vertical grab bar with non-slip grip (product link).
Chrome finish preferred.
Install on exterior wall to the right, adjacent to entrance door.
Mount 33 inches above finished floor.
Position to accommodate existing doorbell and surrounding features.
- Install Tap-and-Go Storm Door Closer
Installtap-and-go storm door closer (product link).
Install below window panel
- Install Continuous Handrails at Exterior Stairs
Provide continuous graspable handrails on both sides of the stairway extending from the bottom step to the entrance landing and continuing to the home entrance.Handrails should be securely anchored and approximately 1.25 inches in diameter. - Remove and Replace Exterior Steps
Remove and replace the existing exterior steps with a code-compliant stair system of similar configuration. Provide a stable base, non-slip walking surface, and proper drainage.
Third Floor Bathroom / Ensuite
- Replace Existing Toilet with Comfort Height Toilet
Remove and replace with 17-inch height round bowl toilet (product link).
Ensure plumbing compatibility
Verify operation
- Install Horizontal Grab Bar Beneath Window
Provide one 24-inch horizontal grab bar (product link).
Chrome finish preferred.
Mount at ~33 inches above finished floor
- Install Vertical Grab Bar atTub/Shower Entry
Provide and install one 24-inch vertical grab bar (product link).
Install on the right-hand wall adjacent to the bathtub/shower entry, behind the bathroom door, if space permits.
Mount approximately 33 inches above the finished floor. Final placement to be field verified to ensure adequate clearance and secure mounting.
- Install Dual Shower Head with Handheld Wand
Remove existing and install dual shower system (product link).
Fixed head + handheld
- Install Anti-Slip Strips on Tub Floor
Install adhesive anti-slip strips on tub floor (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.
- 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 emailed within ten (10) business days of the closing date.
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