Texas Abilene Civic Plus #BID #CB-2653

City of Abilene Solicits Bids for Single-Family Home Rehabilitation and Reconstruction

The City of Abilene, Texas is seeking bids for a comprehensive Single-Family Rehabilitation/Reconstruction Program at 5125 N. 9th Street, involving major renovation and reconstruction of a residential property. - Government Buyer: - City of Abilene, Neighborhood Services, Purchasing Department - OEMs and Vendors: - Owens Corning (specified for roofing shingles; "Owens Corning Classic or approved equal") - Products and Materials Requested: - Carpentry: pre-finished oak kitchen base and wall cabinets, overlay porch ceiling, new door/window trim, passage and exterior doors (steel, insulated), Smart-Side siding overlay, soffit cover, fascia, cedar fencing - Windows: aluminum or vinyl, thermopane, Low-E slider windows with weather stripping and screens - Flooring: vinyl plank/laminate vinyl flooring (minimum AC-2 residential rating), ceramic tile for shower surround, quarter round base moulding - Roofing: fiberglass 3-tab shingles (minimum 20-25 year warranty, Owens Corning Classic or approved equal), roof stripping, #30 felt underlayment - HVAC: central cooling and gas heating equipment (5 TON), electric HVAC unit, ductwork, registers - Electrical: complete house rewire, ceiling fans with light kits, flush mount and bathroom light fixtures, range exhaust fan - Plumbing: water heater (gas or electric, 40 gallon), sinks (kitchen and bathroom), faucets (kitchen and vanity), commodes (ADA), shower head, bathtub fill spout, sewer yard line (PVC), supply lines and shutoffs - Appliances: white electric refrigerator, stove, microwave with built-in vent-a-hood - Other: mini-blinds, grab bars, medicine cabinet, towel/paper holders, caulking, interior and exterior paint - Services Requested: - Demolition: removal of structures, concrete, vegetation, and fencing; utility termination; site grading and erosion control - General rehabilitation/reconstruction: compliance with City codes, HUD regulations, and program standards - Lead abatement and asbestos compliance as required - Safe work practices per OSHA standards - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Roofing materials must be Owens Corning Classic or written approved equal - All work must comply with local building codes, HUD regulations, and manufacturers' installation procedures - Lead-based paint and asbestos abatement compliance required - 20-year affordability period for the homeowner - Mandatory pre-bid meeting and use of specified bid forms - Liquidated damages for late completion - Contract awarded to lowest responsible bidder - Contractors must be registered, bonded, and insured

Description

This solicitation is for the rehabilitation and reconstruction of single-family homes within the City of Abilene. The project requires bidders to attend a mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled for September 17, 2026. Bids must be submitted by September 24, 2026, at 11:00 AM. The contract includes detailed work specifications covering carpentry, drywall, electrical, flooring, HVAC, painting, plumbing, and roofing. The City of Abilene will award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder and reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

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