OAHMP-VAHMR0054-24 / Unit #12177
Posting Date: 06/03/26
Closing Date: 06/24/26
Location / Service Area: Spotsylvania County, Virginia
Brief Project Description / Summary of Work
Porch Access
Front Porch Step Replacement
Remove and replace existing front porch stair treads and associated stair components as needed to create safer stair geometry and increase tread depth to approximately 14 inches where feasible. Existing stair framing and porch structure to remain unless deteriorated or unsafe.
- Verify stair geometry, rise/run consistency, and structural attachment prior to installation.
Exterior Handrail System
Install continuous graspable handrail extending full stair length and extending approximately 12 inches beyond bottom stair where feasible.
- Handrails to be securely anchored into structurally appropriate framing/support surfaces.
Porch Post / Structural Repair
Repair or replace deteriorated wooden porch post and adjacent railing segment located to the right side of front entry stairs.
Exterior Stair Traction Improvements
Furnish and install exterior-rated anti-slip stair traction system compatible with uneven/weathered wooden stair surfaces (Product link).
- Evenly apply traction treatment across all stair treads for consistent visibility and slip resistance.
Exterior Motion-Detecting Flood Light
Install exterior-rated motion-detecting flood light at front entry area to improve nighttime visibility and safety during ingress/egress (Product link).
- Fixture shall be wireless battery-powered.
- Fixture placement should prioritize illumination of front steps, threshold transition, and immediate walkway approach.
Solar Pathway Lighting
Furnish and place solar-powered dusk-to-dawn pathway lights along concrete walkway extending from front porch area toward driveway (Product link).
- Evenly space lights along pathway to improve nighttime visibility while maintaining clear walking path.
- Place fixtures in areas receiving adequate sunlight exposure for charging and operation.
Front Entryway
Entry Threshold Visibility and Slip Resistance
Apply high-contrast anti-slip strip at front entry threshold transition to improve visual contrast and reduce slip hazard (Product link).
- Product shall remain flush to walking surface and not create raised edge trip hazards.
Vertical Grab Bar at Entry Door
Install one 24-inch vertical grab bar to left side of front entry door, mounted approximately 33 inches above finished porch surface (Product link).
- Exact placement to be field verified prior to installation.
- Grab bar to be securely anchored into structural framing or installed using rated anchoring system appropriate for grab bar installation.
Hallway Bathroom
Comfort Height Toilet Replacement
Remove existing toilet and install comfort-height toilet approximately 18 inches in seat height (Product link).
Toilet Safety Rails
Install toilet safety rail system compatible with selected toilet and available bathroom clearances (Product link).
- Verify adequate spacing between toilet, vanity, and adjacent wall surfaces prior to procurement and installation.
Grab Bars
Install two (2) 24-inch vertical grab bars at the bathtub/shower entry locations, with one positioned at the front entry side of the tub/shower area and one positioned at the rear exit side (product link).
- Grab bars to be mounted approximately 33 inches above finished floor and securely anchored into structural framing or installed using a rated anchoring system appropriate for grab bar installation.
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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