University of Tampa

Residential and General Contractors Wanted

The City of Tampa’s Housing and Community Development Division (HCD) is seeking qualified contractors to provide major system replacement or repairs to single family homes financed through the City’s respective Affordable Housing Programs.

Individual contracts generally range up to $50,000 depending on the program and repairs involved. These repairs may include roof, electric, heating, plumbing, sewer, structural, lead paint remediation and weatherization (windows, doors, insulation, etc.) Individual contracts will be offered for bid throughout the year only to those contractors who have attended a mandatory pre-application meeting and been placed on the HCD Contractor Registration List.

Minority, Women - Owned and Section 3 contractors are encouraged to apply. The City does not discriminate in access to or treatment or employment in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, familial status, or marital status. Contracting opportunities are offered subject to the Handbook and may be modified or withdrawn at any time.

Benefits to Participating Contractors:

  • Program-guaranteed payment for compliant work
  • Save time and advertising dollars
  • Fully funded projects are ready for bid
  • Bids are sent directly to you at no cost
  • Detailed list of work items provided to you
  • Expand your client base
  • Training opportunities

Participating contractors can enjoy straightforward work specifications, client liaisons and guaranteed payment for compliant work. Program participation relieves much of the stress typically associated with home rehabilitation projects and allows contractors to do what they do best – home improvements. Participate in program-financed home rehabilitation projects today and not only will you have the opportunity for construction projects with secure payment, you’ll be making a significant difference for families and an entire community.

NOTE:  Contract principals include the CONTRACTOR and PROPERTY OWNER; Not the City of Tampa.
 

HCD Contractor List Application

City of Tampa Contractor Handbook updated 3/1/2022

Contractor Forms

HCD Approved Contractor List
 

Please submit applications to:

City of Tampa
Housing and Community Development Div.
Attn: HCD Director
2555 E. Hanna Ave.
Tampa, FL 33610
 

For more information on how to be placed on the HCD Contractor Registration List please contact Mary Ellen Vegeto at maryellen.vegeto@tampagov.net or (813) 274-7966.