Request for Proposal - General Contracting Services (REBID of RFP 244856)

Project Description: The selected General Contractor shall furnish all labor, supervision, materials, equipment, permits, coordination, and related services necessary to complete all storefront rehabilitation work in accordance with approved construction documents and applicable codes.
Construction work may include, but is not limited to:
• Storefront demolition and removal
• Masonry and façade repairs
• Exterior framing and carpentry
• Doors, windows, and glazing
• Metal and ornamental work
• Exterior lighting and electrical work
• Signage installation
• Painting and finishes
• Waterproofing and sealing
• Accessibility and code compliance improvements
• Limited structural stabilization and repairs
• Temporary protection, signage, site safety measures, and daily cleanup
WE ARE SEEKING PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FOR THE FOLLOWING TASKS
1. Construction Services
The Contractor shall complete construction work in accordance with approved permit drawings, specifications, and all applicable City, State, Federal, HUD, OSHA, and Philadelphia L&I requirements.
The Contractor shall:
• Provide all required labor, supervision, tools, materials, and equipment
• Maintain a safe, clean, and secure work site at all times
• Maintain business operations, pedestrian access, and public right-of-ways throughout construction to the greatest extent practicable. Temporary closures or access restrictions shall be limited to those necessary to safely perform the work. Identify all planned closures and access restrictions as milestones within the project schedule and provide a written safety and execution plan to BBG and affected businesses with a minimum of two (2) weeks advance notice prior to implementation
• Maintain construction schedules
• Coordinate inspections and required permits
• Coordinate with business owners to minimize disruption
• Promptly address deficiencies identified during inspections
2. Cost Proposal
The responsive Contractor shall submit:
• A detailed cost proposal priced against the $30,000 per-property maximum
• Schedule of values per property
• Unit pricing where applicable
• Hourly rates for additional work
• Proposed project schedule
Construction work will be awarded on a grouped package basis at the discretion of LNPCDC and BBG. LNPCDC reserves the right to increase, decrease, or eliminate properties from the program based on funding availability, owner participation, or project feasibility.
3. Permits and Code Compliance
The Contractor shall comply with all applicable:
• Philadelphia L&I requirements
• OSHA standards
• HUD requirements
• Historic preservation requirements where applicable
The Contractor shall respond promptly to permit comments, inspection issues, and code compliance matters.
4. Coordination with BBG
The Contractor shall coordinate with BBG regarding:
• Construction clarifications
• Shop drawings and submittals
• Requests for Information (RFIs)
• Proposed substitutions
• Field conditions
• Change order requests
Contractors shall primarily coordinate with BBG on all design, construction, coordination, and contract related matters. Limited communication may be required with LNPCDC, SWRL, and participating property owners throughout the duration of the project.
Deviations from approved plans shall not be permitted without written authorization from LNPCDC and BBG.
Additional work or change orders may not proceed without prior written approval from the appropriate project representatives (LNPCDC, BBG, PHA, and Commerce), as applicable.
5. Construction Inspections
The Contractor shall participate in construction progress inspections with representatives from LNPCDC and BBG. The Contractor shall promptly correct any identified deficiencies or non-conforming work.
6. Final Inspection
Upon substantial completion, the Contractor shall participate in a final inspection with LNPCDC, BBG, Commerce, PHA, SWRL, and the property owner. A punch list may be issued and must be completed prior to final payment.
7. Payment
The Contractor shall submit:
• Detailed invoices
• Schedule of values
• Lien waivers
• Supporting documentation for completed work
Payment schedules will be established through the final negotiated construction agreement.
8. Warranty
The Contractor shall guarantee all workmanship and installed materials for a minimum period of twelve (12) months from final acceptance. The Contractor shall promptly address warranty issues identified by LNPCDC, BBG, or the property owner.
9. Schedule and Project Management
The Contractor shall:
• Maintain project schedules
• Coordinate subcontractors
• Attend project meetings
• Provide regular progress updates as requested
• Coordinate site logistics and sequencing
Failure to maintain adequate progress may constitute grounds for termination or reassignment of work.
10. Meetings
The Contractor shall attend:
• Pre-construction meetings
• Weekly progress meetings
• Site walkthroughs
• Coordination meetings with property owners and stakeholders
• Final inspections
The Contractor may also be required to participate in meetings related to environmental reviews, historic preservation, or lead-safe work practices.
On Site Pre-Bid Meeting Monday, November 16th at 10:00 AM — 2201 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19121 (Mandatory, On-Site)
Questions Deadline Friday, November 20th at 5:00 PM — Submit via "Ask a Question" in PennBid
Proposals Due Friday, December 11th at 5:00 PM — Submit electronically through PennBid
Contract Award *January 2027
*Proposed dates are tentative and subject to change.
There will be a mandatory, on-site pre-bid meeting for all interested Contractors on Monday, November 16th. The meeting will begin at 2201 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19121 at 10:00 AM.
The deadline for question submission will be 5:00 PM on Friday, November 20th. Questions must be submitted through the "Ask a Question" feature in PennBid.
Final proposals shall be submitted electronically through PennBid no later than 5:00 PM on Friday, December 11th.
For additional information, all inquiries must be submitted through PennBid.