OAHMP-VAHMR0054-24 / Unit #12361
Posting Date: 07/01/26
Closing Date: 07/23/26
Location / Service Area: Spotsylvania County, Virginia
Brief Project Description / Summary of Work
Bedroom
- Install Bed Rail
Provide and install one (1) motion-activated bed rail on left side of bed near head of bed (product link)
- Replace Existing Box Spring
Remove and dispose of existing queen box spring. Provide and install replacement low-profile 5-inch queen box spring (product link)
- Replacement box spring shall be compatible with existing mattress and bed frame system
- Install Overhead Light with Dimmer
Provide and install one (1) 16-inch ceiling-mounted light fixture in the main bedroom (product link).
- Provide and install three (3) dimmable warm LED light bulbs compatible with selected fixture (product link).
- Provide and install one (1) dimmer switch with black rocker-style faceplate (product link).
- Contractor shall install fixture, bulbs, and switch in accordance with manufacturer specifications and applicable electrical codes.
- Final installation shall be fully operational and allow participant to adjust light levels using dimmer control.
- Install Motion Sensor Pathway Lighting
Provide and install battery-powered motion-activated pathway lighting throughout bedroom-to-bathroom and bedroom-to-living area walking routes (product link)
- Install lighting approximately 6 inches above finished floor surface to improve low-light pathway visibility
- Lighting placement to occur on walking pathways leading from bedroom to hallway, ensuite bathroom, kitchen, living room, and entry door areas
- Supply (3) AAA batteries per light
- Contractor to evenly space lighting to provide continuous pathway illumination without creating glare or obstruction
Ensuite Bathroom
- 5. Replace Existing Toilet with Comfort Height Toilet
Remove and dispose of existing toilet.
Provide and install new 17-inch elongated comfort-height toilet (product link)
- Final installation shall be secure, fully operational, and compatible with existing plumbing configuration
- Install Grab Bars Behind Toilet
Provide and install wall-mounted grab bars behind toilet (product link)
- Install grab bars approximately 33 inches above finished floor surface
- Grab bars shall be securely anchored into structural framing or installed using rated anchoring system
- Replace Existing Shower Head
Remove and dispose of existing shower head fixture.
Provide and install dual-head shower system with adjustable sliding bar (product link)
- Final installation shall be fully operational and securely mounted
- Install Non-Slip Flooring Strips Throughout Bathroom
Provide and install non-slip flooring strips throughout bathroom flooring surfaces (product link)
- Install strips near toilet, sink, shower entry, and doorway threshold areas to improve traction and reduce fall risk
- Provide and install non-slip strips within shower floor area
- Install Horizontal Towel Grab Bar
Provide and install one (1) 24-inch horizontal towel/grab bar on wall to the left of the toilet near rear of shower (product link).
- Provide grab bar in gold finish to match participant preference and existing bathroom fixtures.
- Grab bar shall be securely anchored into structural framing or installed using rated anchoring system appropriate for grab bar installation
- Remove Existing Towel Bar and Install Storage Shelving
Remove and dispose of existing towel bar mounted on rear wall behind toilet.
Provide and install wall-mounted storage shelving in same general area (product link)
- Order shelving in white finish
- Shelving shall remain within participant reach range
- Shelving placement shall not interfere with use of adjacent grab bars and shall allow participant access to both the shelving and grab bars.
Kitchen
- Install Vision-Inclusive Microwave
Provide and install vision-inclusive microwave on countertop to right side of sink (product link)
Entryway
- Install Battery-Powered Entry Light
Provide and affix battery-powered light source approximately 6 inches above apartment door lock to improve visibility and safety during apartment entry (product link)
- Provide one (1) AA battery or manufacturer-recommended equivalent
- Final installation shall be securely mounted and operational at project completion
Flooring Throughout Apartment
- Replace Carpeted Flooring with Luxury Vinyl Plank
Remove and dispose of existing carpeting and associated transition materials throughout apartment as needed to prepare surfaces for new flooring installation.
Provide and install luxury vinyl plank (LVP) flooring throughout currently carpeted areas of apartment and entry foyer area.
- New flooring shall reasonably match existing kitchen flooring in color and style
- Contractor shall provide smooth transitions between flooring surfaces and minimize height differentials at doorways and room transitions
- Flooring installation shall include manufacturer-recommended underlayment, trim, reducers, and transition materials as applicable
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 by dRC 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 emailed within ten (10) business days of the closing date.
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