Section 3 Resident Employment and Business Utilization

The contract requires the provision of labor hours by Section 3 residents and the subcontracting of work to Section 3-certified businesses in alignment with HUD guidelines, specifically within professional service activities. All workforce and subcontracting obligations must adhere to the federal Section 3 program standards designed to foster economic opportunities for low-income individuals and businesses in communities receiving federal housing assistance. The solicitation is issued by the Philadelphia Housing Authority under NAICS code 541611, which pertains to administrative management and general management consulting services, indicating the scope involves advisory, operational, or support services tied to housing authority functions. Performance of the contract is expected to occur within Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and the submission deadline is June 23, 2026, with the opportunity posted on May 20, 2026. While no set-aside designation is specified, compliance with Section 3 requirements is mandatory, meaning bidders must demonstrate measurable commitments to hiring qualified local residents and awarding subcontracts to certified small businesses from the target demographic.