Press release
Genesee County is seeking qualified contractors to provide residential rehabilitation and construction services through the County’s Vacant Rental Program.
The program supports the rehabilitation of vacant rental units and the conversion of underused spaces into safe, quality, and affordable housing for low- and moderate-income residents in Genesee County. Contractors selected through this Request for Qualifications (RFQ) will be considered for placement on the Approved Contractor List for this program. Once the list is established, approved contractors may be invited to bid on individual projects as they become available.
Work may include general construction and carpentry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, roofing, siding, interior rehabilitation, code corrections, health and safety improvements, accessibility upgrades, environmental remediation, and related residential construction work.
Projects may include single-family or multi-family residential properties. Typical per-unit rehabilitation costs are expected to range from $50,000 to $75,000, depending on the approved scope of work.
Contractors must meet program requirements, including proper licensing and registration to perform work in New York State, active insurance coverage, experience with residential rehabilitation projects, and the ability to complete work within required timelines.
Proposals are due by July 20, 2026.
The County expects to establish the approved contractor list byAugust 19, 2026.
Placement on the approved contractor list does not guarantee work. Project assignments will depend on
the availability of funding, program approval, property owner selection, and the completion of required
agreements.
Contractors interested in applying should review the full Request for Qualifications: RFQ #2026-201,
Residential Rehabilitation Construction Services, available through Genesee County’s e-procurement
portal at:https://vendors.planetbids.com/portal/71274/portal-home