03 Feb RFP : Invitation to Join Approved Contractor List
Invitation for Certified Contractors: Join the Approved Contractor List for Housing Initiatives
Summary: North Country Rural Development (NRDC), in collaboration with the Essex County Land Bank, is excited to announce an open invitation for certified construction and home rehabilitation contractors to join our Approved Contractor List. This initiative is part of our expanded efforts, supported by $4.7 million in funding, to enhance housing conditions through rehabilitation, emergency repairs for the elderly, manufactured housing replacement, demolition, and new home construction across Warren, Washington, and Essex counties.
Programs Included:
Essex County’s CDBG Home Rehabilitation and Manufactured Housing Replacement Program
Washington County’s CDBG Home Rehabilitation Program
NRDC Tri-County NYS Manufactured Housing Replacement Program
NRDC’s Tri-County HOME Home Rehabilitation and Manufactured Housing Replacement Program
NRDC’s Tri-County RESTORE Program
New initiatives for home construction and comprehensive rehabilitation projects
MWBE and Section 3 Encouragement: We are committed to diversity and inclusion in all our projects and strongly encourage MWBE (Minority/Women-owned Business Enterprises) and Section 3 certified firms to apply.
EEO and Fair Housing Compliance: NRDC and the Essex County Land Bank adhere to Equal Employment Opportunity and fair housing guidelines, promoting non-discrimination and equal opportunity in all contracting practices.
Application Deadline: Priority applications must be submitted by 5 pm on March 3rd, 2024. Applications will continue to be accepted on a rolling basis until grant contracts are fulfilled.
Contact and Application Submission:
For detailed information or to request an application package, please contact Nicole Justice Green, Executive Director, at info@northcountryruraldevelopment.org or call 518-585-6366. Applications can also be downloaded below as an attachment.
Duration for Submissions: 4 weeks from the posting date
This is a unique opportunity for skilled contractors to collaborate with North Country Rural Development (NRDC) and the Essex County Land Bank on impactful housing projects. We look forward to building a robust team of contractors dedicated to improving housing quality and accessibility in our communities.