OAHMP-VAHMR0054-24 / Unit #13052
Posting Date: 08/05/26
Closing Date: 08/26/26
Location / Service Area: Caroline County, Virginia
Brief Project Description / Summary of Work
Hallway
Install Motion Sensor Floor-Level Lighting
Provide and Install eight (8) battery-powered motion sensor LED lights along the hallway wall to provide floor-level illumination (product link).
- Install approximately eight (8) motion sensor lights
- Mount lights 6–12 inches above finished floor
- Evenly space along hallway wall
- Provide and install three (3) AAA batteries in each motion sensor light
Bedroom
Install Bed Rail with Integrated Light and Pouch
Provide and install one (1) bed rail with integrated light and storage pouch (product link).
- Install on the right side of the bed
- Secure the bed rail between the mattress and box spring in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions
- Verify the bed rail is securely installed and stable prior to project completion
Hallway Bathroom
Install Flip-Up Toilet Arm Rests
Provide and install one (1) set of toilet safety arm rests (product link).
- Install in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions
- Verify arm rests are securely fastened and operate properly
Apply Non-Skid Safety Strips
Install non-skid strips in (product link):
- Walk-in tub floor
Garage / Interior Transitions
Install Vertical Grab Bars at Entry Door (Home ↔ Garage)
- Install one (1) grab bar on right side (interior) entering garage
- Install one (1) grab bar on left side (garage side/exterior) entering into home
- Mount at approximately 33 inches above floor (product link)
Apply Non-Skid Contrast Tape
Install at:
- Flooring on either side of the interior-to-garage threshold
- On flooring on the Interior side of the Garage-to-backyard door
- On linoleum flooring step in the garage
- (product link)
Replace Weather Stripping (Rear Garage Door)
- Install new weather-resistant seal around door in garage leading to backyard
Install Grab Bars at Garage Rear Door (Interior & Exterior)
- Install vertical grab bars on both sides (interior and exterior of door. Grab bars should be installed on the side that the door opens so homeowner can grasp them as they enter and exit the door (product link)
- Remove or relocate existing keypad as necessary to accommodate grab bar installation (verify with homeowner to determine their preference).
Front Entry
Remove Improvised Paver Steps
- Remove all loose/stacked pavers
Construct New Accessible Steps
- Provide two (2) uniform steps (or configure new steps to comply with relevant building codes)
- Risers: 4–7 inches
- Treads: minimum 11 inches
- Fully anchored and level
Install Graspable Handrails
- Install handrails on either side of the newly constructed steps
- Handrails must be graspable with a diameter of approximately 1.25 inches
Apply Non-Skid Tread Strips
- Affix tread to each step (product link)
Install Vertical Grab Bar at Front Door
- Install at 33 inches above finished surface (product link) on right side of door so homeowner can grasp the bar when entering the home
Install Solar Motion Flood Light
- Mount on front of home near driveway to illuminate pathway from driveway to front entry (product link)
Doors / Interior Hardware
Replace Door Knobs with Lever Handles
Replace approximately twenty (20) door knobs with lever-style hardware.
- Color match to existing brass door knobs
- Ensure doorknobs are interior/exterior rated as appropriate
Rear Exterior Door / Backyard Steps
Remove Improvised Step System
- Remove stacked blocks being used to create stairs
Construct New Permanent Steps
- Provide uniform, code-compliant steps
- Risers: 4–7 inches
- Treads: minimum 11 inches
- Fully anchored and stable
- Ensure new steps are flush with door threshold
- Install non-skid tread strips on all new steps (product link)
Install Graspable Handrail
- Install graspable handrail on right side when entering, handrail should extend from the 12 inches past the bottom of the stairs and connect to the wall beside the door
- Handrails must be graspable with a diameter of approximately 1.25 inches
Install Solar Motion Flood Light
- Mount near rear door (product link)
- Ensure adequate sunlight exposure
Replace Weather Stripping
- Remove and replace old weather stripping on door
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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