Air Duct and Vent Cleaning Services

Opportunity Home San Antonio is soliciting bids under solicitation number 2510-5622 for comprehensive air duct and vent cleaning services, including kitchen, dryer, and air duct systems, to preserve the assets of its properties and facilities in Texas. Qualified independent contractors must submit their bids electronically via the Bonfire E-Procurement system by November 24, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. The award will be based on a Best Value determination, evaluating the purchase price, bidder reputation, quality of services, past performance, and total long-term cost. Contractors must adhere to strict compliance standards, most notably HUD Section 3 regulations, which require directing employment and economic opportunities to low- and very-low-income individuals. This includes specific goals such as ensuring 25 percent of total labor hours are performed by Section 3 workers and allocating at least 10 percent of subcontracted value to Section 3 business concerns. Mandatory submission requirements include a Profile of Firm form, Conflict of Interest Questionnaire, and certified Section 3 Employment and Subcontracting Plans. Performance is governed by FOB Destination terms, with final inspection and acceptance occurring at the project sites. Work must comply with local fire codes, NFPA codes, and EPA guidelines for recovered materials. Special contractual obligations include a prohibition on placing liens on properties, a requirement to provide insurance certificates within 10 days of execution, and a strict non-disclosure policy regarding public communications. Failure to comply with Section 3 reporting or the disclosure of organizational conflicts of interest may result in contract termination.