Episcopal Community Development, Inc. (ECD) is soliciting responses from licensed contractors describing their capability to perform rehabilitation and construction services on a number of homes in the South Ward of Newark and the neighboring Town of Irvington. This program is pursuant to ECD’s continuing goal of stabilizing neighborhood blocks and providing affordable, high-quality housing to area residents.
Qualified contracts will be placed on a list and be given the opportunity to bid on projects as they become available. Projects will include rehabilitation and new construction of both single-family and multi-unit properties.
Summary and Background
ECD is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit community development organization focused on neighborhood stabilization in Irvington and Newark, New Jersey. In addition to housing development, ECD provides homeownership and foreclosure counseling, neighborhood planning services, and operates the Clinton Hill Community Resource Center. Further information can be found by visiting ECD Properties online at http://www.ecdproperties.org.
Applying
CLICK HERE to obtain an application. Submissions packets must be submitted electronically to ecdproperties@gmail.com. Paper submissions will not be considered. WE ARE CURRENTLY OPERATING WITH A ROLLING APPLICATION POLICY AND ARE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS AT ANY TIME.
Selection Criteria
Successful applicants will have a demonstrated record in producing quality housing within an established budget. References and the ability to secure a payment and performance bond will be key in evaluating this criterion. Responsiveness, staff resources, and technical sophistication will also be evaluated in the selection process.
Questions and Answers
Inquires regarding this RFQ may be directed via email to ECD’s Housing & Real Estate Division (ecdproperties@gmail.com.) No phone calls, please.
Minority, Women, and Small Business Enterprises
ECD encourages Minority-, Women-, and Small Business Enterprises (MBE/WBE/SBE) to submit packets for consideration.
