Section 3 Hiring & Business Utilization Compliance

The contract supports the prime contractor in complying with HUD Section 3 requirements by prioritizing the hiring of low-income residents and utilizing subcontractors that qualify as Section 3 business concerns. This effort ensures that economic opportunities created by federally assisted housing and community development projects are directed toward individuals and businesses in impacted communities, promoting local workforce development and equitable economic growth. Compliance involves active outreach, documentation of hiring and subcontracting activities, and adherence to federal reporting standards to demonstrate progress toward Section 3 targets. The subcontract is open for response until August 13, 2026, and is classified under NAICS code 561311, which pertains to office administrative services. It is issued by the state of Utah and does not specify a particular city or address for performance, suggesting the scope may span multiple locations within the state. Participation requires the subcontractor to align with HUD’s Section 3 objectives, including maintaining records of employed individuals’ income status and verifying the eligibility of minority-owned, low-income-owned, or community-based businesses as subcontractors. The opportunity is posted on Utah’s BonfireHub platform, indicating a state-level procurement process focused on fostering local economic inclusion.