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Elevate is inviting contractors to submit qualifications for participation in Evanston Green Homes(EGH), an innovative residential retrofit pilot program funded by the City of Evanston in collaboration with the Center for Neighborhood Technology. Please see the RFQ attached.

This program provides health and safety improvements, as well as energy conservation and efficiency upgrades to both single-family and multi-family homes in Evanston.
Measures which may be implemented under EGH include, but are not limited to:

• Health & Safety Remediation
• Insulation
• HVAC
• Electric
• Window & Door Replacements
• Building Envelope & Framing Work
• Caulking
• Plumbing
• Roofing

EGH will operate through December 31, 2025.

RFQ Timeline

Questions due to greenhomes@elevatenp.org : September 3, 2024

Addendum with answers to questions received issued by: September 6, 2024

Final responses due to greenhomes@elevatenp.org by: 11:59 p.m. (CT) on September 16, 2024

Please utilize the attached RFQ and response form to submit qualifications and email to greenhomes@elevatenp.org

Request for Qualifications (RFQ)

Response Form

Elevate is recruiting qualified Radon Testing and Radon Mitigation Contractors for the Cook County Healthy Homes for Healthy Families (CCHH4HF) program. 

Download the Response Form (To fill out this form you must download and save it to your computer. Do not try to fill out the form in a browser, as it will not allow you to save your responses!)

The CCHH4HF program will serve Suburban Cook County residents (excluding Chicago proper) and deliver healthy homes, water conservation, and deep energy retrofits to single-family and small multi-family residences.  An estimated 800 homes are planned to be serviced during program which will run through 2026. 

Radon testing will be conducted after all other measures are completed. 

Mitigation will be conducted as required by applicable regulation and industry standards.   

Testing must utilize an active continuous monitor that has the capability to integrate and record a new result at least hourly. The minimum test measurement period shall be 48 hours. 

Contractors will not test and mitigate at the same location. 

Qualified contractors must be licensed and in good standing with the State of Illinois.   

Contractors will be expected to review and sign a Program contractor agreement and comply with insurance requirements and federal contractor requirements detailed in it. 

Successful contractors will respond to communications and requests in a timely manner and maintain their capacity to ensure successful Program delivery. 

Elevate strongly encourages diverse contractors, including those with MBE/WBE certifications and those eligible for certification.  

Interested contractors should complete the RFQ Response Form and email it to CCHealthyHomes@ElevateNP.org. A member of our team will be in touch with next steps. 

Elevate invites qualified contractors to submit qualifications to meet program goals to deliver healthy homes, water conservation, and deep energy retrofits in Suburban Cook County.

The selected pool of contractors will complete jobs through the program’s term (2023-2026). By joining this contractor pool, you can strengthen your community by helping homeowners repair their home while helping them to feel safe and secure. Elevate will provide resources to help you navigate through the program’s contractor requirements. 

Download the Request for Qualifications (RFQ)

Download the RFQ Response Form (To fill out this form you must download and save it to your computer. Do not try to fill out the form in a browser, as it will not allow you to save your responses!)

Please submit your completed response form as an email attachment to CCHealthyHomes@ElevateNP.org. Responses will be considered on a rolling basis. Elevate will evaluate and select participating contractors and assign projects throughout the program.

A Q&A session at a pre-submission meeting was on January 30, 2023. You can watch the recording here. A list of the Q&A responses is available here.

Elevate will evaluate and select participating contractors and assign projects throughout the program. 

We will accept applications on a rolling basis for the following program years (2023-2026) or as needed 

Who We Serve 

We provide services to various types of buildings and clients, from single-family homes to residential multi-family buildings (2-4 units) built before 1978. Properties will be throughout Suburban Cook County (excludes properties in Chicago).  

The program will prioritize repairs that improve resident health, reduce water consumption and leaks, improve energy efficiency and reduce emissions, and reduce annual utility costs for residents where applicable. Repairs may include:  

• Improved ventilation   
  • Bath exhaust fans, attic ventilation, air sealing and insulation, radon mitigation   
• Fire detectors, extinguishers and carbon monoxide detectors   
• Water conservation  
  • Plumbing, toilets, shower heads, aerators, leak repairs   
• Combustion appliance safety  
  • HVAC, furnaces, water heaters, gas stoves, improper venting    
• Roof and porch repair or replacement  
  • Structural improvements  
• Window replacement  
• Health and safety  
• Accessibility  
  • Trip and fall hazards (porches, steps, railings, grab bars)  
• Stormwater management  
  • Bulk water issues   
• Appliance upgrades  
  • Refrigerators, stoves  
  • Window ACs and central AC  
• Unsafe electrical wiring   
• Integrated Pest Management (IPM)  
• Weatherization  
  • Roof cavity air sealing and insulation, door sweeps, weatherstripping, outlet covers   
  • Blower door testing 
• Basic energy efficiency   
  • LED, smart power strips  
• Beneficial electrification   

What We Provide 

We strive to make our relationships with contractors mutually beneficial by: 

• Managing relationships between you and building owners 
• Advocating for and supporting your business 
• Assisting with navigating programs 
• Connecting you with jobs 
• Providing educational and networking opportunities 

 Contact us by email, CCHealthyHomes@ElevateNP.org to learn more.