All questions concerning this solicitation are to be directed in writing to Janell Duncan via email at procurement@cintimha.com. This project is subject to the requirements of Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968, as amended. Preference may be given in accordance with 24 CFR 135 and the CMHA procurement policy. You may review a set of documents at no charge, at the CMHA, 1627 Western Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio 45214, Phone: (513) 333-0670 during the hours of 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m., Monday thru Friday or download nonscale copies from the CMHA website CONTRACT TIME The contract performance period from the "Notice to Proceed" until substantial completion, will be calendar days. The contractor agrees to make its best effort to expend at least 20% of the total dollar amount of the Contract on Minority Business Enterprises (MBE), an entity with at least 51% ownership interest by a minority in business), and at least 5% of the Contract to a Women Business Enterprises (WBE), an entity with a least 51% ownership interest by a woman in business. Any questions regarding CMHA's MBE/WBE Program should be directed to Section3@cintimha.com. Using Best Efforts to Achieve MBE/WBE Goals Prior to award of Contract, the Contractor will submit documents in support of its best efforts to achieve the above stated MBE/WBE participation. Best efforts may be established by documenting that the Contractor: x Has made efforts to identify appropriate MBE/WBE contractors through community contacts or MBE and WBE associations x Has contacted CMHA's Economic Inclusion Coordinator to help identify potential MBE/WBE companies appropriate for the project x Has contacted and solicited bids/quotes from selected MBE/WBE companies Notification of MBE/WBE Participation Contractors agrees to promptly complete and return all required reports confirming MBE/WBE participation, including Proposed, Amended, and Final MBE/WBE Participation Forms. If requested by CMHA, Contractor agrees to submit proof of payment made to each MBE/WBE subcontractor listed on the MBE/WBE Participation Form (see attached). Waiver of MBE/WBE Participation Goals Request for complete or partial waiver of the contractor's MBE/WBE participation goals must be made in writing, stating all details in the request, the circumstances, and all relevant information. The request must be accompanied by a record of all efforts taken by the bidder/proposer to locate MBE/WBEs, solicit MBE/WBEs, seek assistance from CMHA's Economic Inclusion Coordinator, or seek help from other community/business resources or technical assistance agencies. CMHA will respond in writing to the Waiver Request within five (5) business days upon receipt. Question Deadline 01/05/2024 at 4:00 PM ET All questions concerning this solicitation are to be directed in writing to Janell Duncan via email at procurement@cintimha.com.