The City of Alexandria’s Community Development Department is seeking qualified contractors to perform minor rehabilitation work on occupied single‑family homes using HUD CDBG funds. Work includes roofing, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, carpentry, demolition, and cleanup to bring properties up to current code, with a strong emphasis on using new builder‑grade materials, protecting occupants’ belongings, and meeting inspection requirements. The program targets owner‑occupied homes and caps reimbursements per address between $5,000 and $15,000 depending on flood‑plain status. Contractors must be registered with the CmDv, hold appropriate Louisiana licenses, carry required insurance, and be able to start work within five business days of permit issuance and complete each job in roughly three days.
• Scope: Roof replacement (22 homes) plus electrical, plumbing, mechanical, carpentry, demolition, and disposal.
• Funding: HUD CDBG – per‑address caps $5‑$15 k; total contract size likely under $500 k.
• Schedule: RFP posted 23 Oct 2026, pre‑bid conference 4 Nov 2026 (mandatory), bid due 20 Nov 2026, award notice 25 Nov 2026, work to begin week of 4 Jan 2027 and finish week of 2 Feb 2027.
• Requirements: Active CmDv contractor registration, Louisiana residential contractor license (or trade‑specific license), $1 M general liability, workers’ comp, and commercial auto coverage; one‑year warranty; record retention for 5 years.