UFAS Accessible Modifications

The Housing Authority of the City of Orlando is soliciting bids for Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (UFAS) accessible modifications at two residential properties under IFB FYE27-4415, with sealed bids due November 16, 2026 at 2:00 PM EST, and a mandatory pre-bid conference and site walkthrough on October 21, 2026 at 10:30 AM EST. This is a low-bid procurement subject to HUD regulations and Davis-Bacon prevailing wage requirements, with demonstrated efforts toward small, minority-owned, and women-owned business participation required.

The scope encompasses UFAS-compliant modifications to four residential units and interior and exterior common areas at The Landings at Carver Park (1190 Conley Street, Orlando, FL 32805) and the Villas at Carver Park (854 Carver Park Street, Orlando, FL 32805), including materials, equipment, labor, supervision, permits, inspections, and associated fees. The modifications will bring both properties into full UFAS compliance as determined by a comprehensive Bureau Veritas assessment. The contract term is 120 calendar days from Notice to Proceed, with normal working hours Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM EST.

Bidders must be qualified, licensed, bonded, and insured, with current Florida and Orange County licensing, workers' compensation insurance, general liability insurance (minimum $1 million per occurrence with OHA named as additional insured), and automobile insurance ($1 million combined single limit). A bid bond equal to 5% of the bid price is required if the proposed fee exceeds $100,000. The successful bidder must provide performance and payment bonds equal to 100% of the contract price or submit alternate guarantees; all surety companies must be authorized in Florida and listed on U.S. Treasury Circular 570. The contract includes 10% retainage on monthly progress payments, liquidated damages of $100 per day for schedule delays, and no price escalation except through approved change orders. Written questions are due October 28, 2026 at 2:00 PM EST. All work must comply with Build America, Buy America Act requirements and Equal Employment Opportunity regulations.