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This is a Request for Proposal file from the Downtown Hazleton Alliance for Progress (DHAP) for the complete demolition and site restoration of a former brick church located at 133 W. Green Street, Hazleton, Pennsylvania. The structure, which was damaged by fire in July 2025 and subsequently condemned by Hazleton City officials, requires full demolition including debris removal and disposal, asbestos abatement, removal of oil storage containers from the basement, disposal of contaminated soils, and complete site stabilization to facilitate future property development. The contractor must provide all necessary labor, materials, equipment, permits, supervision, and coordination to execute the work in a safe, compliant, and professional manner. The proposal submission process includes requirements for project signage, though specific response dates, bidders' meetings, site visit schedules, and award dates are not detailed in the provided document excerpt.

The project is financed through a grant from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED). Contractors must comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations associated with the grant funding, including the Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act, Pennsylvania Construction Industry Employee Verification Act, Pennsylvania Minimum Wage Act, Pennsylvania Equal Pay Law, Pennsylvania Wage Payment and Collection Law, and the Pennsylvania Apprenticeship and Training Act. Contractors are responsible for ensuring subcontractor compliance and must provide certified payrolls, workforce documentation, and other compliance records upon request. Failure to comply with applicable labor laws may result in payment withholding, contract termination, or other available remedies.