(Rebid) North Lawndale Apartments Renovation 1312-16 S Harding Ave 1323-39 S Kedzie Ave

The Chicago Housing Authority is soliciting sealed bids for the North Lawndale Apartments Renovation project — interior and exterior renovation of two three-story masonry residential buildings (1312–16 S. Harding Avenue and 1323–39 S. Kedzie Avenue, Chicago) — with bids due September 2, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. CT. The project is subject to Davis-Bacon Act wage requirements and Section 3 labor hour requirements (25% of total hours performed by Section 3 workers, of which 5% by targeted Section 3 workers). M/W/DBE subcontracting participation is required with a 30% goal for construction.

Each building contains 18 unoccupied residential units across three floors, with concrete ground-level slabs and wood floor joists and trusses above, reaching approximately 26 feet from grade to roof. The scope includes demolition, new mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, interior finishes, roofing, masonry repair, parking lots, walkways, and landscaping. Bidders may propose for one or both buildings; the CHA reserves the right to award to multiple contractors.

All bids require a 5% bid bond or certified check, a current Class A General Contractor License from the City of Chicago, a Critical Path Method summary schedule (Primavera P6 Professional R8.3.2 or Microsoft Project), and evidence of three years of substantially similar project experience with owner references. Financial statements (audited, reviewed, compiled, or IRS tax transcripts depending on contract value) are required. A Utilization Plan documenting all subcontractors and M/W/DBE participation with letters of intent from listed subcontractors must accompany each bid.

Performance and Payment Bonds at 100% of the lump sum base bid (or 50% each separately) are required upon award, with surety companies rated "A" minimum by A.M. Best. Liquidated damages are $1,500 per calendar day for failure to meet the substantial completion deadline of January 30, 2028. The Notice to Proceed is anticipated December 15, 2026.

A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for August 18, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at 60 E. Van Buren, Conference Rooms 736C, with mandatory site visits to both locations immediately following (12:00 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.). A pre-award meeting is scheduled for September 8, 2026 for the selected bidder(s).