Opportunity
Delaware New Castle Civic Plus #27S-203
New Castle County Seeks Lead Remediation Contractors for No-Lead Program
Posted
June 12, 2026
Respond By
July 15, 2026
Identifier
27S-203
NAICS
562910
New Castle County's Department of Community Services is seeking qualified lead remediation contractors for its No-Lead Program, targeting approximately 425 pre-1978 properties: - Government Buyer: - New Castle County, Department of Community Services, Purchasing Division - Scope of Work: - Lead-based paint hazard reduction interim controls and abatement activities - Minor healthy home rehabilitation services - Work to be performed on approximately 425 pre-1978 residential properties - Funding and Compliance: - Funded by multiple HUD Lead Hazard Reduction and Healthy Homes grants, as well as a state grant - Strict compliance with EPA, HUD, state, and local lead hazard control regulations required - No Davis-Bacon or prevailing wage requirements - Contractor Requirements: - Must be Delaware lead certified firms (Lead Renovation, Repair and Paint (RRP) and/or Lead Based Paint Worker/Supervisor state certifications) - At least two years of relevant experience - Valid business licenses and insurance - Preference for local disadvantaged, Minority- and Women-owned Business Enterprises - Mandatory pre-bid conference attendance and SAM.gov registration - Performance and Selection: - Contractors will be selected for a pool of up to 20 firms - Each job must be completed within 10 business days - Payment contingent on passing lead clearance - Annual review based on performance - Notable Requirements: - Detailed company and subcontractor information required - Pricing must remain firm for the contract duration, including extensions
Description
New Castle County's Department of Community Services No-Lead Program is seeking competitive sealed bids and priced proposals for lead remediation contractors. The scope includes lead-based paint hazard reduction interim controls, abatement activities, and minor healthy home rehab work on approximately 425 properties throughout New Castle County between June 2026 and March 2030. Contractors must be Delaware lead certified firms, especially local disadvantaged businesses, and comply with all EPA, HUD, State, and Local lead hazard control regulations. The contract involves multiple HUD and state grants with no Davis-Bacon or prevailing wage requirements, and contractors will be selected based on qualifications and capacity to meet deadlines.