Section 3 Business Participation and Workforce Hiring

The contract requires strict adherence to HUD’s Section 3 guidelines, mandating that more than 75 percent of all labor hours on the project be performed by individuals who are low-income residents or live in public housing within Bucks County, Pennsylvania. This workforce commitment is central to the agreement and must be consistently documented and maintained throughout the contract term. In addition to labor requirements, the contractor must actively subcontract a significant portion of the work to businesses certified under Section 3, ensuring economic opportunities are directed toward entities owned by low-income individuals or located in distressed communities. All activities under this subcontract must align with federal HUD regulations governing Section 3 compliance, including proper verification of worker status and business certification. The contract is tied to NAICS code 238110, indicating it pertains to foundation, structure, and building exterior contractors, with performance located entirely within Bucks County. Interested parties must submit their proposals by July 27, 2026, and participation is limited to those who can demonstrably meet the dual objectives of local workforce development and minority or low-income business participation, with no set-aside designation beyond the Section 3 requirements.