HUD OLDER ADULT HOME MODIFICATION PROGRAM (OAHMP)

South Carolina Uplift Community Outreach

Request for Qualifications – Older Adults Home Modification Program (OAHMP)

South Carolina UpLift Community Outreach is a local non-profit organization focused on providing affordable housing throughout the Midlands of South Carolina. Additional Information about the organization can be obtained on the corporation website at www.scuplift.org.

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS

South Carolina Uplift is seeking a contractor experienced in providing construction services for the counties of Chester, Fairfield, and Union. It is expected that a Contractor will be awarded following the advertisement for competitive proposals, evaluation of those proposals and the selection of best proposals. Parties interested in competing for this work must submit quotes in accordance with the instructions contained herein.

LOCATION

The Contractor shall perform construction and/or renovation services as shown on the attached Scope of Work on an Owner’s property located as listed below:

Chester County, SC
Fairfield County, SC
Union County, SC

Home Modification/Repairs Table

Feature or System

Examples of OAHMP Maintenance Repair Activities

Examples of OAHMP Rehabilitation Repair

Site

adding or replacing address number so it is visible from the street for emergency responders
power-washing slippery exterior surfaces

construction of new walkways, driveways or parking areas, or replacement thereof

Building Exterior

adding exterior lighting at entrances (to include automatic sensors)
installing new or adjusting mailbox to make it easier to reach
fixing gutters and downspouts if causing safety hazard
manufactured / mobile home skirting

Roof installation
Gutter and/or downspout installation

Exterior walkways and steps

graded ground ramps
installing temporary/modular ramps (placed on top of the ground) for accessibility for individuals with a disability
placing temporary anti-slip tape or colored tape or paint on surfaces
applying directional signage or marking for wayfinding
installing handrails on both sides of steps and/or pathways
repairing cracked, broken, or uneven pathways (pavement, brick, etc.) installing pathway lighting

installing permanent ramps (with footings set into the ground) for accessibility
installing exterior stairlift
installing wheelchair platform and

Exterior Windows and Doors

installing automatic doors or automatic door openers
installing magnetic screen door
replacing door lock with one that is easier to operate
replacing doorknobs with leverstyle handles
adding or adjusting peephole or viewing panel to correct height for client
eliminating trip hazards at entry threshold
installing “tap-n-go” or other hands-free door hold open capability
adjusting windows to make them easier to open and close
fixing broken windowpane(s), storm window(s) or damaged entry door
adding storm windows or storm doors

widening exterior doorway to accommodate a walker or wheelchair
replacement of exterior door
replacement of windows

Interior Walls, Windows, and Ceilings

adjusting or replacing hardware for drapes, shades, and/or curtains to make them easier to use
building shelf to improve hands-free activity or to improve accessibility
patching or mending cracked plaster
patching or fixing holes or cracks in drywall

installing new drywall or paneling
installing new acoustical ceiling

Interior Doors and Hallways

adjusting door swings to reverse or remove awkwardness
installing automatic doors or door openers
installing door hinge offset or swing clear door hinges
installing “tap-n-go” or other hands fee door hold-open capability

installing different door type

widening interior doorways to accommodate a walker or wheelchair
widening hallways to accommodate a walker or wheelchair

Flooring

repairing flooring transitions so there is zero height difference between them
repairing floor tile to remove uneven surfaces
repairing floors to remove uneven surfaces
stripping floors and resealing when incidental to other work
installing linoleum/vinyl flooring to remove uneven surfaces that pose extensive slipping or tripping hazards
carpet removal
cleaning floor when incidental to other work

installation of new floor if the existing floor has extensive slipping or tripping hazards resulting from deterioration or damage

Interior Stairways (Circulation)

installing railings
maintaining chair lift/stair climber
replacing broken stair treads or balusters
applying adhesive strips with nonslip surface
applying adhesive tape or paint to distinguish thresholds and edges
carpet removal
installing super-pole between floor and ceiling with or without pivot arm

Installing chair lift/stair climbers

Bathroom/ Laundry

- installing grab bars
- adding nonskid strips to bathtub or shower floor
- installing a hand-held or adjustable showerhead
- installing clamp for handheld shower on wall or grab bar
- tub cuts to enable easy entry/conversion to shower
- installing curved shower rod
- installing easy-to-use lever handles rather than knobs or turn handles for the sink, bathtub, and shower faucets feature
- replacing toilet with comfort-height model
- installing pedestal or wall hung sink for wheelchair accessibility
- insulating exposed pipes beneath the sink to protect against touching a hot pipe
- cushioning exposed pipes beneath the sink to protect against bumping
- replacing or adjusting position of bathroom mirror, toilet paper holder, and other accessories to meet client’s needs

- replacing cabinet hardware, such as replacing round knobs with D-shaped handles
- installing new toilet handles
- installing toilet riser with handles
- installing toilet safety frame or rails
- repairing toilet seats
- installing wall soap holder
- repairing wall tile
- securing rugs with rubber carpet mesh or double-sided rug tape
- unclogging sink or toilet when incidental to other work
- moving or replacing washing machines and dryers
- replacing broken medicine cabinet

complete or substantial bathroom remodel

installing new wall tile
installing a walk-in shower or bathtub

Kitchens

replacing cabinet hardware, such as replacing round knobs with D-shaped handles
removing or replacing interior of existing cabinetry for easier access (e.g., pull-out drawers and shelves)
replace faucets with lever-, touch-, or sensor-style faucet
install easy-to-use ABC-rated fire extinguisher in an easy-toreach place
install automatic stove turnoff devices

complete or substantial kitchen remodel
install lower work surface that can be used while seated
lowering of cabinets

Electrical/ Lighting

adding stick-on motion sensor lighting
adding task lighting under cabinets and over counters and tables
changing light bulbs
adding light switches at top and bottom of stairs for safety
replacing light switches with safety and accessibility features such as glow in the dark, rocker-style switches, or other easy-to-function switches
moving light switches and electrical outlets where they are more accessible to the individual
•adding ball chain extension to ceiling fan/light

major rewiring of building
installing new electrical service
replacing or moving electrical panels

HVAC / Plumbing systems

replacing thermostat with one that has accessibility features
setting home’s water heater or replacing its thermostat, to ensure hot water is at or below 120F to avoid scalding
installing pressure-balanced, temperature – regulated sink faucets In kitchen and bath

installing new furnace or heat distribution system

installing central air conditioning

installing new plumbing system

new water or sewer connection

Security	adding security technology to entrance door • installing secure slide latch or chain inside entrance door	installing new security alarm system
Life Safety	installing GFCI outlet repairing electrical outlets installing or servicing smoke, fire and CO detectors installing or replacing doorbell that can be seen or heard by client throughout the house cleaning surface mold	making substantial physical changes to a building to comply with fire and life safety codes installing fire suppression system chimney repairs mold remediation

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