Public Meeting: Employment & Construction Bid

The Syracuse Housing Authority and Norstar Development USA, L.P. will hold two public meetings related to the construction of the Freedom Commons affordable
housing development located at 450 Burt St. At the meetings, set for 6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 24, and again 10 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 25, upcoming bid packages will be discussed and questions will be answered. The meetings will be held at the South Side Innovation Center, 2610 S. Salina St.

SHA is encouraging local companies, New York State Certified MBE/WBE and Section 3 firms and individuals to attend either of these two meetings to learn about upcoming employment and construction bid opportunities. Freedom Commons involves the new construction of building that will include 54 new affordable housing units, supportive service space and temporary shelter space. The project will be financed through the Federal Low Income Housing Tax Credit program and NYS financing sources. It is anticipated construction will commence in Spring 2017; with individual bid packages released in February for general trades, plumbing, HVAC, electrical and fire protection.

New York State Certified MBE/WBE and Section 3 Business participation is strongly encouraged, as this project is committed to meeting New York State and the Syracuse Housing Authority’s MBE/WBE and Section 3 Workforce and Business goals. Potential bidders are advised that by submitting a signed bid proposal they are agreeing and committing to the MBE/WBE, Section 3 and EEO requirements, which are a part of this project. The project is tax exempt.

For additional information, call Norstar Project Manager Benjamin Hughes at (313) 749-7692 ext. 105.