Bid No_ 2022_01 Single_Family Housing Develop.pdf

Invitation to Bid General Contractor for Single-Family Housing Construction

Sealed Bids will be received by the City of Louisville until 3:00 pm, March 18, 2024, for a General Contractor, to provide all materials, labor, tools, equipment, permits, licenses, site development, etc. for the construction of three new Single-Family Housing Units. The homes will be located at 211 East 7th Street and 208 East 8th Street in Louisville, GA. The City-owned property will be using Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Community H.O.M.E Investment Partnership (CHIP) funds to create three affordable homeownership opportunities. This is a Section 3 contract opportunity and is covered under the requirements of Section 3 of the HUD Act of 1968. The City of Louisville does not discriminate based on ancestry, race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status, national origin, or military status. This is an Equal Housing Opportunity.

Bids must be delivered no later than 3:00 pm on March 18, 2024, where bids will be opened and publicly read, to the location listed below in a sealed envelope clearly labeled: Louisville CHIP Single-Family Housing Project BID No. 2022-01 and addressed to:

City of Louisville, CHIP Program Attn: Richard T. Sapp, Administrator P.O. Box 527 1011 Peachtree Street Louisville GA. 30434

A copy of the bid package may be requested by contacting the Project Manager:

Sydney Stouffer Planning & Development Specialist CSRA Regional Commission 3626 Walton Way Extension, Suite 1 Augusta, GA 30909 Office: 706-210-2014 Email: sstouffer@csrarc.ga.gov mailto:sstouffer@csrarc.ga.gov

City of Louisville, CHIP Program

BID No. 2022-001 #L001 293 (211 7th Street) and #L001 117 (208 E Eighth Street)

Single-Family Housing Development

BID No. 2022-001

Sealed Bids will be received by the City of Louisville until 3:00 p.m., March 18, 2024, for a General Contractor, to provide all materials, labor, tools, equipment, permits, licenses, site development, etc. for the construction of three new Single-Family Housing Project located at Parcel #L001 293 (211 7th Street) and #L001 117 (208 E Eighth Street), Louisville, GA. These parcels will be divided into three lots to accommodate the three new homes.

OVERVIEW

The City seeks bids to provide all materials, labor, tools, equipment, permits licenses, etc. for the construction of one new Single-Family Housing Project located at the above mentioned sites

A. Single Family Housing Development

a. The successful bidder shall be responsible for the turn-key construction of Single- Family Housing Development and Public Facilities Improvements located at Parcel #L001 293 (211 7th Street) and #L001 117 (208 E Eighth Street), Louisville, GA. The proposed developments shall consist of three Single-Family home.

i. Two homes will be constructed using Connor House plan and one home will be constructed using the Kelly Plan.

b. The successful bidder shall provide all furniture, fixtures, and equipment as shown on the architectural plans.

c. The project must meet all requirements of the International Building Code and the Georgia Accessibility Code. This construction shall be completed in accordance with local building codes, written specifications, and design drawings.

d. Georgia Law requires Single-Family affordable housing projects awarded state or federal funds and constructed for individuals and families of low and very-low incomes be constructed to be accessible (O.C.G.A. §8-3-172). Successful bidder must agree to adhere to “Visitability” requirements as defined in the bid packet.

e. Each of the homes constructed will meet energy-standards such as Earth Craft™, Georgia Power Good Cents Home™, or other similar standards applicable to the style or type of construction, to the greatest extent possible.

f. All Universal Design Features must be completed as per architectural plans.

B. Site Preparation and Grading

a. The city of Louisville will assist with sitework prep. The city will supply the following:

• 1,260 cubic yards of dirt to be hauled / 18 CY trucks = 70 loads of dirt

• 70 loads dirt/1 hour per trip = 70 hours /2 truck = 35 trips per dump truck

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• 70 hour / 2 trucks = 35 hours / 2 = 17.5 each for excavator and wheel loader working together to load trucks at dirt pit.

The successful bidder shall be responsible for overseeing the sitework. Sitework shall include, but is not limited to, tree removal, grading, concrete driveway, soil erosion and sedimentation control, water control, and all utility connections. The successful bidder shall be responsible for ensuring all proper construction standards are met including providing proper compaction of soil, aggregate, and pavement.

b. The successful bidder shall ensure that site preparation and grading meet all applicable local, state, and federal soil erosion and sedimentation control requirements and storm water requirements. This construction shall be completed in accordance with local building codes, written specifications, and design drawings.

c. The successful bidder shall ensure that the front lawn is laid with sod and the back lawn is grassed and seeded.

d. The successful bidder shall provide all labor, tools, and equipment to complete all site development as detailed in the site plans.

e. The successful bidder shall provide a detailed pricing allowance for the houses, infrastructure, and site development.

C. General Requirements

a. The successful bidder shall be responsible for providing an executed E-Verify S.A.V.E.

document and all licenses, permits, and inspections (during and final) required of any regulatory agency having jurisdiction over this project.

b. The successful bidder shall be responsible for registering at SAM.gov. The successful bidder shall register their entity to do business with the U.S. federal government.

Active registration in SAM.gov provides their entity the ability to apply for federal grants or loans or bid on government contracts.

c. The successful bidder shall be responsible for the maintenance and removal of all debris during and upon completion of the project. Upon completion of the project, the successful bidder shall remove all surplus materials, machinery, and equipment.

d. The successful bidder shall provide safety measures such as fencing, roping, signs, etc. that are required to ensure the public's safety during this project. The successful bidder shall also implement erosion control measures on the job site, as necessary.

e. Each bidder shall provide copies of any serious or willful federal, state, or local regulatory agency worker safety and health, or environmental non-compliance, or other regulatory agency violation citations issued to any of their firm’s operations during the previous thirty-six (36) months. Each bidder shall provide resolution/settlement/notice of contest documentation, if applicable, as well as a summary of policy changes and actions your company has taken as a result of citations.

f. The successful bidder shall ensure that all subcontractors comply fully with the requirements of this RFP.

g. Construction shall be completed is 180 calendar days for issuance of Notice to

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Proceed.

h. During the construction phase, the successful bidder shall:

i. Maintain staff for construction management to include an on-site Superintendent.

ii. Establish and maintain coordinating procedures.

iii. Develop and maintain a detailed schedule including delivery, approvals, inspections, testing, construction, and occupancy.

iv. Conduct and record job progress meetings.

v. Prepare and submit change order documentation for review and approval by the project manager.

vi. Maintain records and submit routine reports to reporting agencies.

vii. Maintain quality control and ensure conformity to contract documents.

viii. Provide cost control through progress payment review and verification according to the approved schedule and contract amounts.

ix. Coordinate post completion activities, including the assembly of guarantees, manuals, as- built drawings, and the City’s final acceptance.

x. Implement and coordinate the one (1) year warranty and one (1) year warranty inspection.

i. Interpretations

i. Any request for information from the City shall be submitted to the Project

Manager for clarification. Each request shall be numbered and sequentially dated.

ii. The Project Manager will interpret and decide matters concerning requirement and performance under the contract documents upon written request of either City or contractor. The response shall be made within responsible promptness and within the time limits agreed upon.

Bid documents may be obtained by contacting;

Sydney Stouffer Planning & Development Specialist CSRA Regional Commission 3626 Walton Way Extension, Suite 1 Augusta, GA 30909 Office: 706-210-2014 Email: sstouffer@csrarc.ga.gov Plans can also be accessed at the Georgia Procurement Registry at https://ssl.doas.state.ga.us/gpr/index Potential Bidders will be responsible to notify Sydney Stouffer, Grant Administrator by email sstouffer@csrarc.ga.gov when Bid Documents have been obtained.

https://ssl.doas.state.ga.us/gpr/index

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A mandatory pre-bid conference visit will be conducted on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at 11:00 AM. The meeting will be conducted at: Louisville City Hall, 1011 Peachtree Street, Louisville, Georgia 30434.

BID CORRESPONDENT

Upon Release of this Bid, all vendor communications concerning this Bid must be directed to the Project Manager correspondent listed below:

Sydney Stouffer, sstouffer@csrarc.ga.gov Planning and Development Specialist

CSRA Regional Commission 3626 Walton Way Extension, Suite 1, Augusta, GA 30909 Office: 706-210-2014

Unauthorized contact regarding the Bid may result in disqualification. Any oral communications will be considered unofficial and non-binding on the City of Louisville, CHIP Program. Bidders should rely only on written statements issued by the Project Manager.

BID QUESTIONS

All questions must be submitted in writing or email to the Bid correspondent named above.

Questions must be received by 5:00 p.m., March 8, 2024. A list of questions and answers will be provided to all known Bidders. Requests must be made to the Bid correspondent named above.

BID RESPONSE DATE AND LOCATION

The City of Louisville must receive the Bid in a sealed envelope, in its entirety, not later than 3:00 pm. Eastern Standard Time in Louisville, Georgia on March 18, 2024. Bids arriving after the deadline will be returned unopened to their senders. All Bids and accompanying documentation will become the property of the City of Louisville, CHIP Program and may not be returned. One

(1) original copy of this Bid must be submitted. Bid must be clearly marked on the outside of the package:

Bidders assume the risk of the method of dispatch chosen. The City assumes no responsibility for delays caused by any delivery service. Postmarking by the due date will not substitute for an actual Bid receipt. Late Bids will not be accepted, nor will additional time be granted to any Bidder. Bids may not be delivered by facsimile transmission or other telecommunication or solely by electronic means.

Bid Schedule:

Bid Release: (February 15, 2024) Pre-Bid Meeting: (February 27, 2024 @10:00 AM) Bid Questions Deadline: (March 8, 2024 @ 5:00 PM) Bid Due Date: (March 18, 2024 @ 3:00 pm.)

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WAIVER OF TECHNICALITIES

All items must meet or exceed specifications as stated by the City. The City reserves the right to waive any technicalities and to reject or accept any Bid in its entirety or to accept any portion thereof if it is determined that either method results in lower costs, better service, final satisfaction or is otherwise determined to be in the best interest of the City of Louisville, CHIP Program. Award may be made by item number or in total. Determination of the best response to Bid will be the sole judgment of the City. Bids shall remain valid for sixty days from the date of Bid opening.

BID REJECTION

The City of Louisville reserves the right to reject any or all Bids at any time without penalty.

WITHDRAWAL OF BIDS

Bids may be withdrawn at any time prior to the Bid opening. After Bids have been publicly opened, withdrawal of a Bid shall be based upon the following:

The Bidders shall give notice in writing of their claim of right to withdraw their Bid due to an error within two business days after the conclusion of the Bid opening procedure. Bids may be withdrawn from consideration if the price is substantially lower than the other Bids due solely to a mistake therein, provided the Bid was submitted in good faith, and the mistake was a clerical mistake as opposed to a judgment mistake, and was actually due to an unintentional arithmetic error or an unintentional omission of a quantity of work, labor or material made directly in the compilation of the Bid, which unintentional arithmetical error or unintentional omission can be clearly shown by objective evidence drawn from inspection of original work papers, documents and materials used in the preparation of the Bid sought to be withdrawn.

The Bidder’s original papers shall be the sole acceptable evidence of error and mistake if he elects to withdraw his Bid. If a Bid is withdrawn under the authority of this provision, the lowest remaining responsive Bid shall be deemed to be the low Bid.

BIDDERS RESPONSIBILITY

When determining whether a Bidder is responsible, or when evaluating a Bid, the following factors may be considered, any one of which will suffice to determine whether a Bidders is responsible, or the Bid is the most advantageous to the program:

• The ability, capacity, and skill of the Bidders to perform the contract or provide the equipment and/or service required. The character, integrity, reputation, judgment, experience, and efficiency of the Bidders (qualifications must be submitted with bid response).

• Whether the Bidders can perform the contract within the time specified.

• The quality of performance of previous public and private contracts or services, including, BID No. 2022-001 but not limited to, the Bidder’s failure to perform satisfactorily or complete any written contract. The program termination for default on a previous contract with a Bidder, within the past three years, shall be deemed to be such a failure.

• The previous and existing compliance by the Bidders with laws relating to the contract or service.

• Evidence of collusion with any other Bidders, in which case colluding Bidders will be restricted from submitting further Bids on the subject project or future Bids, for a period not less than three years.

• The Bidders has been convicted of a crime of moral turpitude or any felony, excepting

• convictions that have been pardoned, expunged, or annulled, whether in this state, in any other state, by the United States, or in a foreign country, province or municipality.

Bidders shall affirmatively disclose to the City all such convictions, especially of management personnel or the Bidders as an entity, prior to notice of award or execution of a contract, whichever comes first. Failure to make such affirmative disclosure shall be grounds, in the program sole option and discretion, for termination for default subsequent to award or execution of the contract.

• If the Bidders will be unable, financially, or otherwise, to perform the work.

• At the time of the Bid opening, the Bidder is not authorized to do business in Georgia, or otherwise lacks a necessary license, registration, or permit.

• Any other reason deemed proper by the City of Louisville or Project Manager.

NON-ENDORSEMENT

As a result of the selection of a vendor to supply products and/or services to the City of Louisville, CHIP Program is neither endorsing nor suggesting that the vendor’s product is the best or only solution. The vendor agrees to make no reference to the City of Louisville, CHIP Program in any literature, promotional material, brochures, sales presentation, or the like without the express written consent of the City of Louisville, CHIP Program.

PROPRIETARY BID MATERIAL

Any information contained in the Bid that is proprietary will be neither accepted nor honored.

All information contained in this Bid is subject to public disclosure.

RESPONSE PROPERTY OF THE CITY OF LOUISVILLE, CHIP PROGRAM

All material submitted in response to this request become the property of the City of Louisville, CHIP Program. Selection or rejection of a response does not affect his right.

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COST OF PREPARING BIDS

The City of Louisville is not liable for any cost incurred by vendors in the preparation and presentation of Bids and demonstrations submitted in response to this Bid.

NUMBER OF BID COPIES REQUIRED

Vendors are to submit (1) original Sealed Bid.

ADDENDA

Addenda will be emailed to all known Bid Document holders.

BID AWARD AND EXECUTION

The City will select the Bid that, in its sole discretion, is the most responsive and responsible Bid to the program. The City reserves the right to make any award without further discussion of the Bid submitted; there may be no best and final offer procedure. Therefore, the Bid should be initially submitted on the most favorable terms the vendor can offer. The specification may be altered by City based on the vendor’s Bid and an increase or reduction of services with the manufacturer may be negotiated before Bid award and execution.

BID REQUIREMENTS/EVALUATION CRITERIA

The City along with the Project Manager will evaluate all written submittals. It is incumbent upon the Bidders to demonstrate within their Bids how each requirement will be satisfied. All Bids must meet the specification as outlined in this Bid. The City reserves the right to investigate the qualifications and experience of the Bidders, or to obtain new Bids. Bids not sufficiently detailed or in an unacceptable form may be rejected by the City. Dates and documentation included in the Bid become public information upon opening the Bids.

Interested firms must follow the process outlined in the following pages in submitting their Bid.

The following criteria, not limited to or listed in order of importance, will be used to evaluate

• Terms, condition, and pricing.

• Cost of amenities available for the product(s).

• Ability to carry out the project.

• Experience and capacity to complete project within the allowed time frame (firm qualifications should be submitted with bid response).

Bidder Insurance Requirements

• Bidder must provide evidence, satisfactory to City, of the following insurance requirements:

BID No. 2022-001 o City requires the Contractor to have and maintain the following insurance coverage and indemnification provisions with City named as an additional insured hereunder.

o Contractor shall furnish the City with certificates showing the type, amount, class of operations covered, effective dates, and date of expiration of policies. Such certificates shall also contain substantially the following statement: The insurance covered by this certificate will not be cancelled or materially altered, except after thirty (30) days written notice has been received by the City o The Contractor agrees to provide and maintain insurance coverage until the contract is completed and to furnish certificates from its insurance carriers showing that it carries insurance in the following minimum limits:

Commercial General Liability Each Occurrence $1,000,000 Personal & Advertising Injury $1,000,000 Medical Expense Any One Person $5,000 Damage to Rented Premises $50,000 Products (Completed / Operations Aggregate) $2,000,000

Workers Compensation and Employers Liability WC - Each Employee Statutory Employer's Liability - Each Employee $100,000 Employer's Liability - Each Accident $100,000

Responsibilities of the Bidder

The Bidder, at its sole expense shall:

• Deliver, install, test, and adjust product.

• If City selects this option, provide routine maintenance and service included replacing all parts of Equipment which are faulty and/or worn out.

• Repair or replace inoperable items within 48 hours of notification by City.

• Comply with all laws, ordinances, regulations, requirements, and rules with respect to the maintenance of the (product).

• This is a Section 3 Covered Project under the HUD Act of 1968 and Section 3 Residents, and Business Concerns are encouraged to apply. Any bid proposal that is received

BID No. 2022-001 without the completed forms, both signed and notarized, will be considered non-responsive and the response rejected. All contractors must include a completed (as well as signed and notarized) Section 3 Business Concern, Previous Certificate of Compliance and Action Plan with their bid proposal. In reviewing the bid proposals, any contractors that are identified as qualified Section 3 Business Concerns should be reviewed and if legitimate, granted a Preference in contracting, all other things being equal.

Index Page Bid Opening Conditions 9 Bid Certification Form 12 Bid and Proposal Form 13

Specs and Visitability Requirements 14 Plans Exhibit A Mandatory Section 3 Packet Exhibit B E-Verify Form Exhibit C

BID OPENING CONDITIONS

1. Bids must be delivered no later than 3:00 pm. on March 18, 2024, where bids will be opened and publicly read, to the location listed below in a sealed envelope clearly labeled: City of Louisville, CHIP Program, Single-Family Housing Project BID No. 2022- 001 and addressed to:

Address:

Attn: Richard T. Sapp, City Administrator P.O. Box 527 1011 Peachtree Street Louisville GA. 30434

2. You are requested to complete IN FULL and submit an original copy

a. Bid Certification Form

b. Bid and Proposal Form

c. Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act Form

d. E-Verify Contractor Affidavit and agreement Form

e. Mandatory Section 3 Solicitation Package

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The apparent low bidder shall be responsible for submitting a detailed unit cost and line-item cost/budget analysis, for each task listed on the architectural and site plans. The stated information shall be due upon request, no grace period will be given for response.

Failure to provide unit cost and line-item cost for each task will result in the bid being deemed non- responsive and the next lowest bidder will be given the opportunity to provide the information.

3. Please submit copies of the following:

a. Current State of Georgia Contractor’s License.

b. Proof of insurance and Workman’s Compensation.

c. Proof of Sam.gov registration.

4. A mandatory pre-bid conference visit will be conducted on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at 11:00 AM. The meeting will be conducted at: Louisville City Hall, 1011 Peachtree Street, Louisville, Georgia 30434. Contact Sydney Stouffer at sstouffer@csrarc.ga.gov to confirm attendance.

5. Under no circumstance will any project information be released prior to the mandatory meeting.

6. After the mandatory pre-bid meeting, should you have any questions or concerns about any of the items listed on the architectural or site plans, please “Reply All” to the group email PRIOR to bidding. Individual emails or phone calls to the Project Manager will receive no response.

7. You are reminded to bid only on the items designated on the architectural plans as well as the site plans for the Single-Family Housing Development.

8. The Contractor Is Responsible for Verification of All Quantities. The contractor is cautioned to verify site conditions and quantities prior to submitting a price quote.

Project change orders will not be approved due to items missed by contractor.

9. The General Requirements, Universal Design Features, and Visitability Requirements provided will be applicable to this contract.

10. The City reserves the right to accept or reject any-and-all BIDS and waive formalities in the best interest of the City of Louisville, CHIP Program. The City reserves the right to reject any BIDS that does not represent a complete response.

11. The submitting contractor is solely responsible for ensuring timely delivery of its BID

BID No. 2022-001 package. The city will not be responsible for failure of service on the part of the U.S.

Postal Service, commercial courier company or other delivery method.

12. The City is not liable for any expenses incurred in connection with the preparation of a response to this BID.

13. Once opened, the BID becomes the property of the City and will not be returned to the contractor. Upon opening, the proposal becomes public record and shall be subject to public disclosure in accordance with Georgia Open Records Act O.C.G.A. 50-18-70 et seq., or other applicable laws.

14. Bids may be withdrawn at any time prior to the Bid opening. After Bids have been publicly opened, withdrawal of a Bid shall be based upon the following:

15. The Bidders shall give notice in writing of his claim of right to withdraw his Bid due to an error within two business days after the conclusion of the Bid opening procedure. Bids may be withdrawn from consideration if the price is substantially lower than the other Bids due solely to a mistake therein, provided the Bid was submitted in good faith, and the mistake was a clerical mistake as opposed to a judgment mistake, and was actually due to an unintentional arithmetic error or an unintentional omission of a quantity of work, labor or material made directly in the compilation of the Bid, which unintentional arithmetical error or unintentional omission can be clearly shown by objective evidence drawn from inspection of original work papers, documents and materials used in the preparation of the Bid sought to be withdrawn. The Bidder’s original papers shall be the sole acceptable evidence of error and mistake if he elects to withdraw his Bid. If a Bid is withdrawn under the authority of this provision, the lowest remaining responsive Bid shall be deemed to be the low Bid.

16. All bid prices shall be firm for 60 days.

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BID CERTIFICATION FORM

Bidders must return the following certification with their Bids.

With my signature, I certify that I am authorized to commit my firm to the Bid and that the information herein is valid for 60 days from this date. I further certify that all information presented herein is accurate and complete and that the scope of work can be performed as presented in this Bid.

Bidders Signature Date

Name (printed) Title

Unofficial Witness Signature Date

Name (printed) Title

Company

Address

Phone Fax

Email Address

Signed, sealed, and delivered in the presence on this ____ day of __________________, 2024.

Notary Public Commission Expires:

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BID AND PROPOSAL FORM

Submitted By: Date:

Name:

Address:

Phone: Email:

GA State Contractors License Number:

I, the undersigned contractor, having inspected the property and familiarized myself with the requirements of the architectural plans and understand the extent and character of the work to be performed. I propose to furnish all labor, materials, and equipment necessary to accomplish ALL HOUSING CONSTRUCTION PER ATTACHED BID DOCUMENT required by the City of Louisville, CHIP Program with the following exceptions:

(If no exceptions, so state)

LABOR COST:

MATERIAL COST:

TOTAL COST:

I will be using the following subcontractors, if necessary:

Electrical Contractor and License #:

Plumbing Contractor and License #:

HVAC Contractor and License #:

I will commence work within 10 consecutive days from the date of award and/or execution of the contract and will complete the work within 180 calendar days after Notice of Commencement.

Contractor Signature, Title Date Signed, sealed, and delivered in the presence on this ____ day of __________________, 2024.

Notary Public Commission Expires:

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Kelly Specs and Visitability Requirements

Owner:

Address:

Plan: Kelly 2 by Standard Homes Plan Service, Inc.

Heated square footage: 1150 sq. ft. heated 138 sq. ft. covered porches.

GENERAL: The City of Louisville is seeking bids from qualified general contractors for the construction of a single-family dwelling. The house plans are attached. All construction materials and techniques should conform to the International Residential Code (IRC) latest edition. The City reserves the right to accept or reject any and all BIDS and waive formalities in the best interest of the City of Louisville. The City reserves the right to reject any BIDS that does not represent a complete response. The bidding contractor should supply his bid in a square foot cost estimate. This house will be all electric.

Contractor must contact the CITY OF LOUISVILLE for inspection of all work that will be concealed from view before it is closed in. This type of inspection frequently includes, but is not limited to footings, foundation, rough-in (pre-drywall), pre-power, and final (CO). The Contractor should also contact Kevin Burnley for inspections at rough-in and final (CO).

Change to plans: There will be no furnace in the home. The furnace closet will be turned into the coat closet and the coat closet will be turned into a pantry.

FOUNDATION: The house will be constructed on a slab foundation with turn down footings a minimum of 12”x12” and containing continuous reinforcing steel size #4 or larger. Termite treatment in surrounding areas shall be applied prior to slab installation. A 6-mil vapor barrier is to be put in place before the concrete slab is poured. Concrete is to be 3,000psi mix and reinforced with 6”x6” steel reinforcing wire or fiber mesh can be added to the concrete in lieu of wire. The wire should be supported with “chairs” to ensure the wire is in midpoint of slab.

STRUCTURE: Framing lumber shall be kiln dried, construction grade. Framing work shall be accomplished in a level, straight, plumb and true manner. Notching and cutting of framing members shall be done in accordance with the local building code. Exterior walls shall be constructed to the architectural drawings. Studs shall be placed 16” o.c. A single treated bottom plate and double top plate shall be used. Where headers are required, they shall be doubled 2x12. Walls shall be sheathed on the exterior with 7/16” OSB. Bottom plates shall be pressure treated #2 yellow pine when built on a slab foundation. Engineered roof trusses may be factory built and placed on 16” centers. Rafters are to be spaced16” o.c. and to be notched to fit exterior wall plates as required. Double rafters are to be used at roof dormers and openings, headers and trimmers shall be supported with metal hangers. All rafter cuts at hips, ridges, and valleys to be made in accordance with local building code. Install purlin bracing as close to center of rafters as possible. Purlin shall be constructed with 2" x 4" flat against rafter

BID No. 2022-001 with 2" x 6" attached to the 2" x 4" perpendicular to rafter. Install 2" x 4" bracing notched into 2" x 4" at rafter and ending at load-bearing wall (every 4' O.C.). Collar ties (1" x 4") shall be installed at 1/3 of the rafter length down from ridge at alternate rafters or as specified on the architectural drawings. Roof decking should be ½” minimum thickness CDX plywood or OSB and shall be installed continuously over a minimum of three (3) spans. Use ply clips to keep a minimum space between joints for expansion and contraction of panels. Nail 6” o.c. along panel edges and 12” o.c. at intermediate supports. Use 6d nails for ½”, and 7d for 3/8” plywood sheathing.

Note: Add a walled pantry with swinging door opposite of washer/dryer/water heater wall unless the electrical panel is placed there.

EXTERIOR DOORS: Exterior doors shall consist of fiberglass 6 panel door for front door and fiberglass half lite door for rear door.

WINDOWS: Windows should be double pane, energy efficient, and double hung vinyl units with tilt in capability and removable stiles for cleaning. Includes half screen, interior and exterior trim.

SIDING & COLUMNS: Alside Conquest, or equivalent, vinyl clapboard siding including all cornice, corner, door and window trim and exterior building components. Wrap home with tyvek vapor/ infiltration barrier and apply City's choice of siding color, exposure and texture with 50-year warranty. Columns shall consist of a 6”x6” square aluminum fluted post.

ROOFING: Roof deck shall be covered with 30lb felt paper with a 4" minimum overlap and galvanized drip edge. All flashing and valley material shall be standard 29-gauge galvanized sheet metal. Install a minimum 220 lb. fiberglass asphalt, 3-tab shingle with a 25-year warranty.

Property owner or City will select style and color. Ridge vents shall be installed along with sufficient soffit vents to meet code requirements.

HVAC: Where specifications conflict with Energy Star requirements, Energy Star requirements take precedent. Install an electric forced air furnace with cooling package. Air handler to be installed in utility room. Include galvanized return, insulated supply, wall registers, concrete pad set back controls and all accessories for complete hook-up. Unit shall be sized to efficiently heat and cool structure with an HSPF of 9.0 or higher and SEER of 15.0 or higher. All work to be performed by a licensed HVAC contractor.

ELECTRICAL: A 200-amp main power panel shall be provided and installed. All outlets should be wired with 12ga copper wire with ground. Lighting circuits may be 14ga wire. GFCI’s shall be installed in kitchen, bath, and laundry areas. Circuits should be made available for 220-volt service to range, oven, water heater, clothes dryer, and heat pump if chosen. Smoke detectors shall be installed in all bedrooms and adjacent hallways. At least one smoke detector must also be a carbon monoxide detector. All electrical work shall conform to National Electric Code

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(NEC) standards. All work is to be performed by licensed electricians.

PLUMBING: All plumbing rough in shall be set in place before foundation slab is poured, stubbed up and sealed to prevent debris from entering. A 50-gallon electric water heater should be installed in the utility room. Commodes should be water saving (1.5 GPF) and comfort height models (MUST MEET ADA HEIGHT SPECIFICATIONS). All work and materials shall conform to applicable Mechanical Code standards and will be performed by licensed plumbers.

In the owner’s bathroom install a 5', fiberglass walk-in handicap shower complete with lever-operated pop up drain and overflow, PVC waste, and shower rod. Install two diverters: one a handheld Delta 51505, or equivalent, Classic Hand Shower Multi-Function with Slide Bar on side shower wall and a single lever shower diverter, Delta 6122, or equivalent in normal location in the owners bathroom. (see attached photo)

Grab bars will be installed at shower and toilet in the owners bathroom. Contractor is responsible for reconfiguring plans to make handicap shower accessible by widening bathroom or whatever means is necessary. At least 2 exterior hose bibbs shall be installed. A tub/shower combo shall be installed in the hall bath with a shower rod, single lever shower diverter, Delta 6122, or equivalent. The hall bathroom wall is to be reinforced for installation of grab bars at shower and toilet. (a picture must be provided to the project manager for documentation of work)

NOTE: The handicap shower should not have an attached seat. A removable seat should be placed in the shower. The shower seat should hold up to 400 lbs.

INSULATION: Loose cellulose, treated insulation shall be blown into attic areas to an acceptable level meeting an insulating value of R-38 minimum. All exterior walls should have batt type insulation installed to a minimum of R-13. An insulation certification is to be provided by the contractor.

DRYWALL: Knockdown texture on all ceilings. No popcorn texture or flat ceilings.

DOORS, TRIM, & HARDWARE: Interior doors shall be minimum 1-3/8” thick wood, hollow core or panel, stock sizes and design unless otherwise specified in the Bid Document. Wood Doors shall be installed with door and frame set plumb, straight, and true. All doors shall be undercut, including closet doors to allow for carpeting, thresholds, and weather-stripping. Doors shall be cut and planed to allow 1/8” clearance at head and jambs. The door and frame shall be primed and be finished with two coats of paints. All hardware shall be installed using templates provided by the manufacturer or shall come pre-fit. Mount door and hardware so door shall swing freely without springing of door hinges or binding of door. One screw at each hinged shall be replaced with a screw capable of penetrating 1” into framing. Bedroom and bathroom doors should be equipped with privacy knobs and all others shall have passage knobs.

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Storm Doors are to be installed on all exterior doors. 3 1/4" baseboard and 2 1/4" casing shall be installed along with shoe mold on all tile and vinyl areas. Window stool shall be made of wood.

KITCHEN: Cabinets should be “Contractor Grade” with solid wood doors and veneered panels with metal corner bracing. City’s choice of in-stock designs. Cabinet to include double-bowl sink and faucet combo with spray hose.

APPLIANCES: Range shall be one piece electric unit unless otherwise notified by Administrator.

Over-the-range microwave/vent combo shall be 30" and must vent through the roof.

Refrigerator shall be a minimum 17.5 cu.ft. top freezer with icemaker, bottom refrigerator.

Dishwasher shall be a standard 24" wide. All appliances shall be Stainless Steel.

FLOORING: Vinyl sheet goods are to be installed throughout the unit. City has option to request carpet flooring if desired and color choice.

ACCESSORIES: Wire shelving shall be installed in closets and over washer and dryer in laundry room. A minimum of 4 rows of shelving required in pantry and linen closets. Shower rods shall be installed over all showers and tubs. Toilet paper holders and towel racks shall be installed in all bathrooms. Mirrors shall be installed over all bathroom sinks and/or vanities.

FINAL GRADE: Upon completion of construction a final grade shall be established around the house with a minimum fall away from the foundation of 6” within the first ten (10) feet of the structure. Seed and straw shall be applied to all bare soil on the property prior to final inspection. Any organic debris (trees, shrubs, etc.) removed to construct new dwelling shall be hauled off site.

DRIVEWAY/SIDEWALK, SOD, AND FLOWER BED: Install a driveway with minimum width of 11’ to house ending in a parking pad no less than 20’x20’. Install 36” minimum width sidewalk to front porch. Any island between concrete and house requires pine straw mulch. Front yard shall have Bermuda sod installed. Remainder of yard can be seeded and strawed as noted in final grade with proper seed planted for time of season.

DCA Visitability Requirements: Georgia Single Family Accessibility (O.C.G.A. §8-3-172) Georgia Law requires single family affordable housing projects awarded state or federal funds and constructed for individuals and families of low and very low incomes be constructed to be accessible. Specifically, at least one entrance door whether located at the front, side, or back of the building, has to be on an accessible route served by a ramp or no-step entrance; and has to have at least a standard 36-inch door. In addition, on the first floor of the building, each interior door must be at least a standard door with 32-inch clearway, unless the door provides access only to a closet of less than 15 square feet in area; each hallway has a width of at least 36 inches and is level, with ramped or beveled changes at each door threshold; each bathroom

BID No. 2022-001 wall is reinforced for installation of grab bars; (for this project grab bars will be installed in the owners bath and the main bath will be reinforced for future grab bar installation); each electrical panel or breaker box, light switch, or thermostat is not higher than 48 inches above the floor; each electrical plug or other receptacle is at least 15 inches above the floor; and the main breaker box is located inside the building on the first floor. Local building codes remain in effect. If a local code requires greater accessibility than those required in state and federal law, then the local code must be followed. However, if a state or local code requires less accessibility than the state or federal law, then the state or federal law will prevail and must be followed.

HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE RAMP: (If necessary) Ramp shall be installed at the front of the structure. Handicap accessible ramp will be built to the following standards. Materials must be either metal or pressure treated lumber. The minimum clear width of a ramp shall be 36 inches.

The least possible slope shall be used for any ramp. The maximum slope of a ramp shall be 1:12. The maximum rise without a landing shall be 30 inches. Ramps shall have level landings at bottom and top of each ramp and each ramp run. The landing length shall be a minimum of 60

in. clear. For ramps that change direction at landings, the minimum landing size shall be 60 in.

by 60 in. The ramp shall end at a smooth, seamless transition with adjacent surfaces. This shall be accomplished by cutting into existing surfaces, forming, reinforcing and pouring concrete to edge of ramp end point. If a ramp run has a rise greater than 6 in. or a horizontal projection greater than 72 in., then it shall have handrails on both sides. Top of handrail gripping surfaces shall be mounted between 34 in. and 38 in. above ramp surfaces. Ramp surfaces shall be slip proof. Support posts (for wood ramps): 4” x 4” pressure treated lumber. Posts shall be protected from direct contact with soil by setting in concrete or mounting to existing concrete with fasteners designed for such purpose. Deck: 5/4” x 6” pressure treated “deckboard” or written approved equal. Fasteners: ring shank nails or deck screws designed for exterior use.

Handrails: 2” x 6” pressure treated lumber for top rail (horizontal); 2” x 4” pressure treated lumber for inside rail (vertical). Rail pieces shall be fastened to conform with handrail construction noted above.

All ADA codes shall be followed, including but not limited to, switch and receptacle height, electrical panel height, thermostat height, and door swing away from bathrooms.

All interior and exterior debris shall be properly disposed of and the structure shall be cleaned thoroughly prior to final inspection.

Blower Door & Duct Blast Testing Required at Final Inspection

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Connor Specs and Visitability Requirements Owner:

Address:

Plan: Conner 1101-2 Heated square footage: 1101 sq. ft. with 184 sq. ft. of covered porches

GENERAL: The City of Louisville is seeking bids from qualified general contractors for the construction of a single-family dwelling. The house plans are attached. All construction materials and techniques should conform to the International Residential Code (IRC) latest edition. The City reserves the right to accept or reject any and all BIDS and waive formalities in the best interest of the City of Louisville. The City reserves the right to reject any BIDS that does not represent a complete response. The bidding contractor should supply his bid in a square foot cost estimate. This house will be all electric.

Contractor must contact the CITY OF LOUISVILLE for inspection of all work that will be concealed from view before it is closed in. This type of inspection frequently includes, but is not limited to footings, foundation, rough-in (pre-drywall), pre-power, and final (CO). The Contractor should also contact Kevin Burnley for inspections at rough-in and final (CO).

Change to plans: NONE at this time.

FOUNDATION: The house will be constructed on a slab foundation with turn down footings a minimum of 12”x12” and containing continuous reinforcing steel size #4 or larger. Termite treatment in surrounding areas shall be applied prior to slab installation. A 6-mil vapor barrier is to be put in place before the concrete slab is poured. Concrete is to be 3,000psi mix and reinforced with 6”x6” steel reinforcing wire or fiber mesh can be added to the concrete in lieu of wire. The wire should be supported with “chairs” to ensure the wire is in midpoint of slab.

STRUCTURE: Framing lumber shall be kiln dried, construction grade. Framing work shall be accomplished in a level, straight, plumb and true manner. Notching and cutting of framing members shall be done in accordance with the local building code. Exterior walls shall be constructed to the architectural drawings. Studs shall be placed 16” o.c. A single treated bottom plate and double top plate shall be used. Where headers are required, they shall be doubled 2x12. Walls shall be sheathed on the exterior with 7/16” OSB. Bottom plates shall be pressure treated #2 yellow pine when built on a slab foundation. Engineered roof trusses may be factory built and placed on 16” centers. Rafters are to be spaced16” o.c. and to be notched to fit exterior wall plates as required. Double rafters are to be used at roof dormers and openings, headers and trimmers shall be supported with metal hangers. All rafter cuts at hips, ridges, and valleys to be made in accordance with local building code. Install purlin bracing as close to center of rafters as possible. Purlin shall be constructed with 2" x 4" flat against rafter with 2" x 6" attached to the 2" x 4" perpendicular to rafter. Install 2" x 4" bracing notched into 2" x 4" at rafter and ending at load-bearing wall (every 4' O.C.). Collar ties (1" x 4") shall be installed at 1/3 of the rafter length down from ridge at alternate rafters or as specified on the architectural drawings. Roof decking should be ½” minimum thickness CDX plywood or OSB and shall be installed continuously over a minimum of three (3) spans. Use ply clips to keep a minimum space between joints for expansion and contraction of panels. Nail 6” o.c. along panel edges and 12” o.c. at intermediate supports. Use 6d nails for ½”, and 7d for 3/8” plywood sheathing.

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EXTERIOR DOORS: Exterior doors shall consist of fiberglass 6 panel door for front door with peep hole and fiberglass half lite door for rear door.

WINDOWS: Windows should be double pane, energy efficient, and double hung vinyl units with tilt in capability and removable stiles for cleaning. Includes half screen, interior and exterior trim.

SIDING & COLUMNS: Alside Conquest, or equivalent, vinyl clapboard siding including all cornice, corner, door and window trim and exterior building components. Wrap home with tyvek vapor/ infiltration barrier and apply City's choice of siding color, exposure and texture with 50-year warranty. Columns shall consist of a 6”x6” square aluminum fluted post.

ROOFING: Roof deck shall be covered with 30lb felt paper with a 4" minimum overlap and galvanized drip edge. All flashing and valley material shall be standard 29-gauge galvanized sheet metal. Install a minimum 220 lb. fiberglass asphalt, 3-tab shingle with a 25-year warranty. The City will select style and color. Ridge vents shall be installed along with sufficient soffit vents to meet code requirements.

HVAC: Where specifications conflict with Energy Star requirements, Energy Star requirements take precedent. Install an electric forced air furnace with cooling package. Air handler to be installed in utility room. Include galvanized return, insulated supply, wall registers, concrete pad set back controls and all accessories for complete hook-up. Unit shall be sized to efficiently heat and cool structure with an HSPF of 9.0 or higher and SEER of 15.0 or higher. All work to be performed by a licensed HVAC contractor.

ELECTRICAL: A 200-amp main power panel shall be provided and installed. All outlets should be wired with 12ga copper wire with ground. Lighting circuits may be 14ga wire. GFCI’s shall be installed in kitchen, bath, and laundry areas. Circuits should be made available for 220-volt service to range, oven, water heater, clothes dryer, and heat pump if chosen. Smoke detectors shall be installed in all bedrooms and adjacent hallways. At least one smoke detector must also be a carbon monoxide detector. All electrical work shall conform to National Electric Code (NEC) standards. All work is to be performed by licensed electricians.

PLUMBING: All plumbing rough in shall be set in place before foundation slab is poured, stubbed up and sealed to prevent debris from entering. A 50-gallon electric water heater should be installed in the utility room. Commodes should be water saving (1.5 GPF) and comfort height models (MUST MEET ADA HEIGHT SPECIFICATIONS). All work and materials shall conform to applicable Mechanical Code standards and will be performed by licensed plumbers. In the owner’s bathroom install a 5', fiberglass walk-in handicap shower complete with lever-operated pop up drain and overflow, PVC waste, and shower rod.

Install two diverters: one a handheld Delta 51505, or equivalent, Classic Hand Shower Multi-Function with Slide Bar on side shower wall and a single lever shower diverter, Delta 6122, or equivalent in normal location in the owners bathroom. (see attached photo)

Grab bars will be installed at shower and toilet in the owners bathroom. Contractor is responsible for reconfiguring plans to make handicap shower accessible by widening bathroom or whatever means is necessary. At least 2 exterior hose bibbs shall be installed. A tub/shower combo shall be installed in the hall bath with a shower rod, single lever shower diverter, Delta 6122, or equivalent. The hall bathroom wall is to be reinforced for installation of grab bars at shower and toilet. (a picture must be provided to

BID No. 2022-001 the project manager for documentation of work)

NOTE: The handicap shower should not have an attached seat. A removable seat should be placed in the shower. The shower seat should hold up to 400 lbs.

INSULATION: Loose cellulose, treated insulation shall be blown into attic areas to an acceptable level meeting an insulating value of R-38 minimum. All exterior walls should have batt type insulation installed to a minimum of R-13. An insulation certification is to be provided by the contractor.

INSULATION: Loose cellulose, treated insulation shall be blown into…