Lead Abatement and Lead Remediation Contractor Services
Closed State & local contract opportunity Posted
- Solicitation number
- 26-6982
- State
- Louisiana
- Responses due
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The City of Kenner, Louisiana, Department of Community Development is requesting qualifications from lead abatement and lead remediation contractors to establish a qualified pool, with submissions due September 18, 2026, at 12:00 PM CDT. This is a federal HUD-funded program (LSHR Program, $2 million grant) targeting low-income residential units occupied by families with children under age six, with performance through November 2027.
Minimum threshold requirements include at least one LDEQ-certified Lead Supervisor (not a subcontractor), current LDEQ-certified Lead Workers, a Louisiana Contractor's License with Lead Based Paint Abatement specialty, proof of insurance meeting City specifications, an active UEI Number verified on sam.gov, and proof of M/W/V/SBE certification if applicable. The City encourages participation from small and minority-owned firms and women's business enterprises.
Scope encompasses lead-based paint hazard control, building envelope repair (roof, doors, windows, drywall), carpentry, trim repair, fall-hazard correction, surface preparation and painting, flooring repair, debris removal compliant with Federal and State lead disposal requirements, and historic-property specialty construction as needed. Contractors must coordinate with property owners and City staff, obtain permits before work commences, provide documentation and progress photography if requested, and complete work within agreed timelines. Failure to complete timely work incurs liquidated damages of $150 per day.
Individual projects shall not exceed $75,000 in lead remediation or $30,000 in healthy homes services per unit. Compensation is fixed lump-sum per Scope of Work, with contractors required to submit pricing within four days of SOW receipt and conduct a mandatory site visit. The contract carries a one-year initial term followed by two optional consecutive one-year renewable periods, with month-to-month extensions possible pending new solicitation.
Evaluation prioritizes HUD-funded Lead Hazard Reduction project experience (50 points), past public contract performance (20 points), capacity for timely completion including clearance testing history (10 points), verifiable references and prior successful completion (10 points), firm size relative to project requirements (5 points), and M/W/V/SBE certification status (5 points). Only firms achieving at least 85 points qualify. Submissions go to the City of Kenner Finance Department, 1610 Reverend Richard Wilson Drive, Building D, Kenner, LA 70062, or electronically via www.centralauctionhouse.com.
Opportunity text
In addition, the scope of work will vary for each repaired structure that may include (but not be limited to) Control of lead-based paint hazards in eligible residential units as specified by a certified lead risk assessor/inspector in accordance with EPA, HUD, and RRP. Building envelope repair, including roof repair; door and window replacement; Drywall repair or replacement; rough and trim carpentry; Repair of trim and fall hazards, such as step repair/replacement and /or handrail installation or repair; Surface preparation and painting; flooring repair or replacements; Specialty construction elements associated with historic properties; Debris removal in accordance with all Federal, State, and local requirements, including disposal of materials containing lead-based paint in accordance with all applicable local and state codes and standards; Other scope of services required Coordinate with the property owner and city staff regarding scheduling. Coordinate with assigned city staff to discuss SOW. Obtain all necessary state and local permits before the commencement of the work for each structure that requires. (e.g., abatement). Permits must be closed before final payment and should be submitted with the last invoice. Comply with all State and Federal laws, regulations, and guidelines; Provide professional labor, equipment, and materials adequate to perform the work in accordance with the scope of work issued by the city, for each applicants residential structure; Provide documentation and tracking of construction progress; (take before, during, and after photos), if requested; Complete work within the agreed-upon timeline. Failure to complete the job in a timely manner will result in liquidated damages of a $150/day fine for unreasonable delays, which will be adjusted according to the last invoice submitted by the Contractor
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