CITY OF SELMA
INVITATION TO BID
FOR CONTRACTOR SERVICES
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OFFICE OF PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
DANIELLE WOOTEN, DIRECTOR
Email: dwooten@selma-al.gov
Phone: (334) 876-1239
222 BROAD STREET | SELMA, ALABAMA 36702
INVITATION TO BID
LHRP, HHP, AND CDBG PROGRAMS
The City of Selma will receive sealed bids until 4:00 PM CST on June 05, 2026. The
bid opening will occur in the Selma City Hall Council Chamber at 222 Broad
Street, Selma, Alabama 36701, beginning at 10:00 AM CST on June 08, 2026.
IMPORTANT SOLICITATION DATES
PRE-BID
CONFERENCE
June 29, 2026, at
11:00 a.m. CST
ITB DUE DATE
July 08, 2026, by
4:00 p.m. CST
ITB OPENING DATE
June 09, 2026,
at 10:00 AM.
CST
A. Purpose
The City of Selma is seeking bids from qualified bidders, hereinafter referred to as
contractors, to provide lead abatement activities, rehabilitation, urgent home repairs,
interim controls, and associated health and safety repairs to residential properties
identified under the City’s Lead Hazard Reduction (LHRP), Healthy Homes (HHP), and
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) programs.
Contractors submitting bids will qualify to submit pricing for additional properties
added during program implementation. Funding is provided by the U.S. Department
of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and/ or the Alabama Dept. of Economic
and Community Affairs (ADECA).
The City of Selma anticipates providing services to approximately 191 homes in
scattered sites. Work orders for each property are structured to address housing
hazards based on reasonable estimates while ensuring the allowable grant amounts
are not exceeded.
The City will exercise full discretion in awarding bids to maximize outcome. The
properties are generally located within neighborhoods bounded by the following
census tracts: 9564, 9565, 9566.
Selected bidders agree to furnish all necessary labor, equipment, tools, materials,
containment systems and other services required to perform and complete all work in
full accordance with HUD, EPA, state, and local lead & safety regulations
specifications, terms, and conditions included herein in this Invitation to Bid.
The full Bid Package, including specifications, scope of work, and required forms, may
be obtained online at: https://selma-al.gov/bid-openings/
B. Pre-Bid Conference
June 29, 2026, at 11:00 AM CST – Selma City Hall Council Chambers. Attendance
encouraged. For those unable to attend in person, a virtual option will be available.
Virtual Access:
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This conference will provide bidders with a better understanding of the project and
associated requirements, contributing to successful project execution. The session will
also allow bidders the opportunity to ask questions. However, all official responses will be
issued in writing via addendum.
C. Questions/Clarifications
Bidders with questions or need clarifications may direct their inquiries to Nikki
Washington at (334) 327-1710 or Tasha Dangerfield at (334) 877-5341. The city
will transmit any material changes to specifications or bidding procedures resulting
from such inquiries through a written addendum.
D. Scope of Work
The selected contractors shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision
necessary to perform lead hazard and housing repair, rehabilitation, and related
construction tasks as identified in each Individual Property Task Order
(Appendix C and subsequent Addenda).
E. Work may include, but is not limited to:
• Lead-based paint abatement
• Interim controls and paint stabilization
• Component replacement (doors, windows, trim) containing lead hazards
• Enclosure of lead-painted surfaces
• Dust containment and cleanup
• Clearance preparation and coordination
• Soil hazard mitigation
• Friction and impact surface correction
• Health and safety repairs necessary to control lead hazards
• Limited repairs necessary to maintain safe occupancy after abatement
• Asbestos and Radon abatement
• Roof repair or replacement
• HVAC replacement or repair
• Electrical and plumbing corrections
• Carbon monoxide alarm installation or gas leak repairs
• Window and door replacement
• Structural stabilization
• Accessibility modifications
• Health and safety hazard abatement
F. Contract Structure
This procurement will result in multiple Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)
awards. Contractors determined to be responsive and responsible may receive a
Master Contractor Agreement with task orders issued for individual properties as
funding and priorities allow.
The City may issue multiple task orders throughout the contract term, each specifying
the property location, defined scope of work, and not-to-exceed amount.
G. All awards will be made in accordance with:
• 2 CFR Part 200 (Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit
Requirements for Federal Awards)
• 24 CFR Part 35 (Lead Safe Housing Rule)
• 24 CFR Part 570 (CDBG Regulations)
• Code of Alabama § 41-16-50 et seq. (Competitive Bid Law)
• HUD Procurement Handbook 7460.8 REV 2 (where applicable)
H. Bid Documents
Bidders must review and include acknowledgment of the following documents with
their submission:
• Appendix A - Completed and signed Bid Form
• Appendix B - Contractor's submission package
• Appendix C - General Repair Rate Sheet (unit price schedule for standard repair
tasks)
• Appendix D- LHRP Rate Sheet
• Appendix E - Completed HUD and ADECA Certification Forms
• Appendix F - Technical Specifications for LEAD Hazard Reduction
• Appendix G - Sample Individual Property Task Orders (scope templates for specific
sites)
• Appendix H- Lead Based Paint Inspection and Risk Assessments
Additional property-specific work orders may be issued during the program term
and incorporated by reference as amendments to this solicitation.
I. Bidders Qualifications
1. Statement of Construction Experience
The Statement of Construction Experience is included in Appendix A of this RFQ. All
items on the Statement of Construction Experience must be filled in completely.
This form must be included with the submittal.
2. Financial Capability
Present evidence of financial capacity to meet all requirements for the proposed
services. Such evidence should include banking and credit references and a
statement of bonding capacity. The City may request further financial information
after review and submittal. All information relative to financial statements will
remain confidential.
3. Performance Record
Provide a list of at least three (3) references for projects completed in the past
two years.
4. Proposal Letter
Include a signed letter of interest expressing intent to participate in the program.
5. Lead-Based Paint Certification
Provide evidence of EPA-approved Lead-Based Paint Safe Work Practices training
and clearance testing accreditation.
6. Insurance Documentation
Commercial General Liability Insurance
$1,000,000 minimum
Comprehensive Form including Premises/Operation,
Products/Completed Operations, Contractual, Independent contractors,
Broad Form property damage and personal injury.
Automobile Liability:
$250,000 minimum + $2,500 medical payment
Workers Compensation and Employers Liability:
$100,000 - Limit each occurrence
Umbrella Coverage:
$25,000 - Each occurrence
$25,000 – Aggregate
7. Pricing Structure and Allowable Negotiations
Unit prices submitted shall serve as the maximum, not-to-exceed rates for
individual repair tasks under the CDBG Urgent Housing Repair Program.
The City may, at its discretion, negotiate reduced or bulk pricing with the contractor
for:
a. Repetitive tasks
b. Multiple quantities of the same material or installation
c. Grouped or bundled scopes of work
d. Multiple property assignments issued during the same period
Contractors may offer discounted rates for volume or repeated tasks, and such
reductions shall not require a rebid as long as:
e. The reduced rate is below the approved unit price
f. The rate is documented in the task order
This is the opportunity summary page. It provides an overview of this opportunity and a preview of the attached documentation.
