North Country Rural Development Coalition (NRDC) is seeking bids from qualified contractors for two Plus One ADU projects in Essex County, New York.
The projects include:
• Installation and site work for an ADU in Keene, NY
• Construction of a new cabin/ADU in Keeseville, NY
Keene ADU Installation Project – Bid Opportunity
The homeowner has already purchased the home/unit. Bids should not include the cost of the home/unit unless otherwise authorized by NRDC in writing.
Scope of work includes site preparation, foundation interface, home/unit installation and setting, grading, driveway and parking improvements, septic connection, utility hookups (water, electric, plumbing, data, and mechanical), required permits and inspections, final cleanup, and project closeout.
Contractors must verify site conditions and coordinate all work necessary to achieve code compliance and final approvals. No work, material orders, mobilization, excavation, utility work, or construction activities may begin until NRDC issues a written Notice to Proceed.
Keeseville Construction Project – Bid Opportunity
NRDC is soliciting bids for construction of a new 16′ x 24′ cabin with loft in Keeseville, NY. This project is a new cabin build with floorplans pre-selected.
The foundation is assumed to be in place. Bidders should not include foundation construction in the base bid unless otherwise authorized by NRDC. Contractors are responsible for verifying existing site conditions, foundation readiness, utility connections, and septic system status.
Scope of work includes cabin construction from the verified foundation forward, including framing, roofing, exterior finishes, windows and doors, insulation, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, interior finishes, fixtures, appliances, utility connections, septic connection/verification, required permits and inspections, final cleanup, and project closeout.
Interested contractors may contact cgranger@northcountryruraldevelopment.org with questions or to request the full bid package.
Question Period: Questions accepted through Sunday, June 21, 2026
Question Responses: All questions will be answered together and shared with all interested contractors at the same time
Site Visits: Monday, June 22, 2026; details and times will be provided to interested contractors
Bid Deadline: Thursday, July 2, 2026, at 5:00 PM
North Country Rural Development Coalition (NRDC) encourages participation by Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (MWBE), Section 3 businesses, small businesses, local businesses, and contractors owned by or employing low- and moderate-income persons. Contractors shall comply with all applicable Fair Housing, Equal Opportunity, Section 3, labor, accessibility, and civil rights requirements associated with the funding source and program agreement. Contractors shall not discriminate against any employee, applicant, subcontractor, supplier, program applicant, tenant, buyer, homeowner, or member of the public because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, familial status, marital status, military status, source of income, or any other protected status. NRDC and ECLB are seeking qualified, insured contractors for ADU and small residential construction projects in Essex County, including ADU installation, cabin construction, site work, utility connections, septic/wastewater coordination, finish work, inspections, and closeout.