ATTACHMENT G.pdf
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- ACCESSIBILITY HOME MODIFICATION – NEW SMYRNA
- Solicitation number
- ITB-16155
- Issued by
- Leon County, Florida
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This is Attachment G to Bid No. ITB 2026-XX, Project Specifications for an Accessibility Home Modification project issued by the Florida Department of Vocational Rehabilitation for a modular residential structure in Tallahassee, Leon County. The scope of work requires general modifications to enable a DVR participant to perform daily activities independently in compliance with ADA Accessibility Guidelines and applicable Florida and local building codes. The project includes three primary modification areas: (1) back entrance modifications consisting of demolition of an existing wooden deck and construction of a new pressure-treated wood deck (12 feet by 5 feet) with a 15-foot run ramp meeting ADA clearance requirements, transition specifications, railings, and three exterior steps; (2) bathroom modifications including replacement of the existing tub/shower with a 60-inch by 30-inch prefabricated shower unit, installation of grab bars (24-inch and 36-inch stainless steel), a wall-mounted handheld shower kit, a new comfort height toilet with grab bars, and bathroom flooring replacement if damaged (maximum cost $3.00 per square foot); and (3) installation of a threshold ramp in the home office. The contract term is six months, with bids due July 6, 2026. Attendance at a mandatory site inspection is required for bid eligibility; potential bidders must submit a bid registration form to receive the inspection address and time.
The specifications require all contractors to obtain necessary permits and inspections, provide a minimum one-year warranty on workmanship and manufactured parts, submit operational manuals to the designated Rehabilitation Engineer, and conduct all work under the direction of a Rehabilitation Engineer with written approval required for any scope changes beyond minor dimension adjustments. The contractor is responsible for cleanup and disposal of construction debris and for sealing off work areas to minimize dust. All work must meet state and local building codes, with specific material requirements including pressure-treated wood for exterior components, cement board for shower surrounds, and moisture-resistant paint for bathroom finishes. The contract includes specific product model requirements or equivalents for fixtures such as the prefabricated shower unit (Barrier Free Architectural Model# 5LBS6030E75B), toilet (Glacier Bay Model# 340-995), fold-up grab bar (Healthcraft Model# PT-WR28L-SS), and threshold ramp (VEVOR 1.2" Rise Cuttable Threshold Ramp). No contract value, pricing terms, or funding source information is provided in this specifications document.
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| ITB Addendum #1.doc | DOC document | |
| ITB 2026-037 Home Modification Tallahassee.pdf | ||
| ITB Addendum #2 Specifications..pdf | ||
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BID NO: ITB 2026-XX ACCESSIBILITY HOME MODIFICATION – TALLAHASSEE
ATTACHMENT ‘G’
PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS
ALL WORK MUST MEET A.D.A. ACCESSIBILITY GUIDELINES WHERE APPLICABLE
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS:
1. All work must meet A.D.A. Accessibility Guidelines where applicable.
2. All work must meet state and local building codes. Contractor is responsible for all permits and inspections. as well as all necessary drawings. It is the responsibility of the contractor to inspect the work and verify the conditions, before bidding on the project. Any problems with the design or conditions of the home are to be reported to the Rehabilitation Engineer for resolution.
3. Paint all unfinished surfaces with two coats of paint to match existing colors, textures and patterns. Cement board must be used for all shower surrounds and "green board" on all other walls and the ceiling.
4. Finish remaining floors and walls to match existing colors, textures, and finishes.
5. Contractor is responsible for cleanup and disposal of all construction materials and debris.
6. It is the responsibility of the General Contractor to inspect the work and verify the conditions, before bidding on the project. Any problems with the design or the conditions of the home are to be reported to the Rehabilitation Engineer for resolution.
7. Changes affecting the scope of the project, other than minor dimension changes, are to be approved in writing by VR Counselor and Rehabilitation Engineer before implementation.
Failure to do so may result in rejection of completed project and delay payment until corrected.
8. Contractor is responsible for sealing off work area to minimize dust in remainder of home.
9. General Contractor shall provide a minimum of one-year warranty on workmanship and manufactured parts. General Contractor shall submit all operational manuals/instructions to the designated Rehab Engineer.
Specifications:
Back Entrance
1. Demo existing wooden deck.
2. Build a new wooden deck and ramp for leveled access to the back door. (The height of the door is approximately 15-in measured from the ground.)
a. Use pressure treated wood.
b. Build a 12 ½-ft by 5-ft deck level with the back door entrance.
c. The ramp shall have one (1) 15-ft run.
i. The ramp shall have a minimum inside clearance of 34-in.
ii. The change in level between the ramp and the concrete sidewalk shall be equal or less than 0.25-in. Use a transition plate if needed.
d. Railings shall be installed on the exposed sides of ramp and around the deck.
i. The railings shall be 34-38 inches in height from the finished floor.
e. Construct three steps on the side of the deck leading to the outdoor shower.
Bathroom
1. Replace existing tub/shower.
a. Demo existing tub/shower.
b. Provide and install one (1) 60-in x 30-in prefabricated-shower unit equal or similar to Barrier Free
Architectural Model# 5LBS6030E75B.
i. The shower shall have integral full wood backing for strength and unlimited accessory placement.
ii. Rework plumbing as needed.
iii. The current prefabricated unit has a height of 72-in. The ceiling height in the bathroom is 94-m.
c. Provide and install one (1) 24-in S.S. grab bar and one (1) 36-in S.S. grab bar on walls.
i. Work with the customer on placement.
d. Provide and install a wall mounted handheld shower kit on a sliding bar.
e. Provide and install a shower curtain rod.
2. Replace existing toilet.
a. Provide and install one (1) new comfort height rounded toilet equal or similar to Glacier Bay 2 piece Single Flush Round Toilet in White, Model # 340-995.
i. The bowl height shall be 16 ½-inch.
b. Provide and install one (1) 24-in S.S. grab bar in front of toilet.
i. Install wood blocking or reinforce wall for grab bar mounts.
ii. Work with the customer on placement.
c. Provide and install one (1) wall mounted (or floor mounted) 28" fold-up grab bar, on the left side of the toilet, equal or similar to Healthcraft P.T.Rail Hinged, Model# PT-WR28L-SS.
i. Install wood blocking in wall or reinforce floor for grab bar mounts.
ii. Work with the customer on placement. The grab bar should be placed on the left side of the toilet between the toilet and the shower.
3. Paint bathroom with paint of client's choice. (Use moisture resist. paint)
4. If the flooring is damaged during the bathroom modifications, replace existing bathroom flooring with tiles of client's choice. Max allowable cost: $3.00/sq-ft.
Home Office
l. Provide and install one (1) threshold ramp equal or similar to VEVOR 1.2" Rise Cuttable Threshold
Ramp, 35.4" Wide for the inside threshold of the office door.
a. The threshold is approximately 1 ¼ -in height.
b. The door to enter the office is 30-in wide.
c. Trim the ramp as needed.
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