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Authorization to enter into a contract for building modernization/construction work at 735-737 S. Independence Blvd.
presenter
Presenter: Leonard Langston, Jr., Interim Chief Property Officer
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Recommendation
The Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) of the Chicago Housing Authority (“CHA”) recommends that the CHA Board of Commissioners (“Board”) approve the award of a contract to the below listed contractor. The contract shall consist of one-year term (“Term”), The total not-to-exceed value of the contract shall be $2,546,840.
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Recommended Awardee |
Base Term |
Option Terms |
Total Contract Value |
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Cordos Development |
1 year |
N/A |
$2,546,840 |
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Aggregate Total: |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
The requested action complies in all material respects with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, and CHA policies. CHA staff has completed all necessary due diligence to support the submission of this initiative.
Funding
MTW Funds
Background
The project consists of full modernization and electrification of a CHA owned three (3) story (vacant) multi-unit brick building located in the North Lawndale community. The building contains six (6) residential apartment units. Each floor has two (2) units, and each unit has one (1) and half bathrooms. The unit sizes range 1,300-1,400 sq. ft. The Gross Floor Area is 13,606 sq. ft. (including common area). The per square feet renovation cost is $187.
The scope of work includes but is not limited to 1) selective exterior masonry work, new roof, new windows, exterior stairs, selective sidewalk replacement and some underground plumbing, new fencing and landscape work; 2) interior work includes new finishes and fixtures throughout, interior casework such as new kitchen cabinets and bathroom vanity, revised layout with structural improvements; 3) MEP work includes new electrical system throughout, new ductless electric heating and cooling, new plumbing system. All work shall be performed within the existing building footprint unless otherwise noted and shall comply with all applicable building codes and regulations.
Procurement Activities
Specifications prepared by CHA staff were publicly advertised as IFB Event 3326 for 735-737 S. Independence Blvd. Modernization February 23, 2026. A Pre-Bid Conference was held on March 4, 2026, and thirteen (13) firms attended. Five (5) bids were received on March 25, 2026. The responses to the IFB are depicted in the table below:
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Vendor Name |
Total |
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Cordos Development and Associates LLC |
$2,546,840.36 |
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MIKK-DLP Construction Group |
$3,081,113.84 |
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Alfa Chicago Inc. |
$3,149,360.00 |
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Apex Construction Group |
$3,157,841.60 |
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Tiles In Style LLC (Non-responsive) |
$3,395,030.00 |
Tiles In Style LLC was deemed non-responsive for failing to comply with the submittal requirements.
After reviewing the bid submittal materials, CHA staff held a pre-award meeting with the apparent low bidder. Having completed its review of the submitted bid materials, the responses at the pre-award meeting and the recommendation of staff, CHA has determined that Cordos Development and Associates, LLC, Inc. is the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.
Diversity Contracting Requirements
CHA Staff has reviewed the proposed vendors and has determined the vendors' utilization plans meet with the CHA's stated goals.
Cordos Development and Associates LLC will satisfy the CHA 30% compliance direct participation by subcontracting 30% to Camargo Enterprise, MBE certified through the State of Illinois. They will satisfy their 10% Section 3 participation goal through self-performing as a certified 75% Section 3 vendor. Cordos Development and Associates LLC has a history of working on multiple CHA contracts as a Prime contractor since 2018.
Vendor Background Information
Vince Cordos, President; 10 W Hubbard St, Suite 2B, Chicago, Illinois 60654. Cordos Development & Associates LLC has been providing construction services throughout the greater Chicagoland area since 2002. Cordos Development & Associates offers specialized expertise across a wide range of services, including project development, preconstruction services, and construction. The firm partners with customized teams of qualified Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprises and is prequalified to perform contract work for several public organizations.
Based on the foregoing, it is in the best interest of CHA for the Board to authorize the CEO or his designee, to enter into a contract for the building modernization/renovation of 735-737 S. Independence building with Cordos Development and Associates LLC in the amount of $2,546,840.
Respectfully Submitted:
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Keith Pettigrew
Chief Executive Officer