Please join us for our upcoming board meeting on September 17, 2014 at 4 PM in Council Chambers
Agenda is still being assembled and will be posted.
Please also considering joining our Resident Advisory Committee. Two members, Rob Ingram and Andrei Niles, recently joined the Board of Directors and we need additional members!
Also note that the subsequent DISTRESSED PROPERTY TASK FORCE meeting has been rescheduled for October 15 at 7 PM. There will be no meeting September 17.
Thursday, September 11, 2014
Wednesday, July 23, 2014
Seeking bids for Construction Services at 13 Chambers Street
THE NEWBURGH COMMUNITY LAND BANK INVITES THE SUBMISSION OF BIDS FOR THE RENOVATION OF 13 CHAMBERS STREET
The Renovation of 13 Chambers Street comprises the second phase of the renovation of 13-15 Chambers Street. The Phase Two project comprises the renovation of the former Brutus Hodge Funeral Home, which is a 4-story wood and masonry apartment building, into renovated apartments over the ground floor commercial apace.
INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS
1. BID SUBMISSIONS
Bids shall be submitted in a sealed, opaque envelope clearly marked with the name of the Bidder, the name of the project bid upon, and shall be addressed to:
Newburgh Community Land Bank
Attn: Madeline Fletcher, Executive Director
P.O. Box 152 Newburgh, NY 12550
Bids shall be delivered to the above address or sent via email
12:00 noon
August 13, 2013
2. SECURING DOCUMENTS
Copies of the Bidding Documents may be obtained from:
JEFF WILKINSON, R.A.
178 Main Street.
Beacon, NY 12508
Ph: 845-838-9763
Copies of the Bid Documents can be obtained at a cost of $75 per set
or upon request by the potential Bidder may be sent free of charge via e-mail. All queries and questions shall be directed to the office of the Architect, Jeff Wilkinson, R.A., 178 Main Street, Beacon, NY 12508, Ph: 845-838-9763 Email: jawil@earthlink.net
3.INSPECTION OF SITE
Each Bidder must visit the site of the proposed work and fully acquaint himself/herself with the existing conditions relating thereto and should inform himself/herself as to the facilities involved, the difficulties and the restrictions attending the performance of the Contract. The Bidder shall thoroughly examine and familiarize himself/herself with the Drawings, Technical Specifications, and all other Contract Documents. The Contractor by the execution of the contract shall in no way be relieved of any obligation under it due to his failure to receive or examine any form or legal instrument or to visit the site and acquaint himself with the conditions there existing and the NCLB will be justified in rejecting any claim based on facts regarding which he should have been on notice as a result thereof.
4. ALTERNATIVE BIDS
No alternative bids will be considered unless alternative bids are specifically requested by the Technical Specifications or the Contract Documents.
5. BIDS
A. Make bids upon the forms provided therefore, properly executed, and with all items filled. Do not change the wording to the Bid Form and do not add words to the Bid Form. Unauthorized conditions, limitations, or provisions attached to the bid will be cause for rejection of the bid
B. If the Contract is awarded, it will be awarded by the NCLB to a responsible Bidder on the basis of the Bid most favorable to the NCLB. The Contract will require the completion of work according to the Contract Documents.
6. STATEMENT OF BIDDER’S QUALIFICATIONS
Each Bidder shall submit on the form furnished for that purpose, a copy of which is included in the Contract Documents, a statement of the Bidder’s qualifications, his/her construction experience, and his/her organization and equipment available for the work contemplated: and, when specifically requested by the NCLB a detailed financial statement. The NCLB shall have the right to take such steps as they deem necessary to determine the ability of the Bidder to perform his obligations under the Contract, and the Bidder shall furnish the NCLB all such information and data for this purpose as it may request. The right is reserved to reject any Bid where an investigation of the available evidence or information does not satisfy the NCLB that the Bidder is qualified to carry out properly the terms of the Contract.
7. CONTRACT PRICE AND ALLOWANCES
Except as described below, all work under this contract shall be included in the contract lump sum price which price shall include, but shall not be limited to, all labor, materials, machinery, tools, equipment, services, transportation, utility services, professional fees, license fees, cost of permits, shop drawings, etc., so that contract will be completed in the time stipulated.
8. AWARD OF CONTRACTS: REJECTION OF BIDS
A. The Contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible Bidder, who in the opinion of the Architect and NCLB, best meets with the conditions of the invitation for Bids. The NCLB however, reserves the right to reject any and all Bids or portion thereof and to waive any informality in Bids received whenever such rejection or waiver is in its interest. The Bidder to whom the award is made will be notified at the earliest possible date.
B. The NCLB reserves the right to consider as unqualified to perform the Contract any Bidder who does not habitually perform with his own forces the major portions of the work involved.
9. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Attention of Bidders is particularly called to the requirement for ensuring that employees and applicants for employment are not discriminated against because of their race, sex, creed, color, disability, marital status or national origin. Women and minority owned businesses are especially encouraged to apply and preference will be given to local contractors with local employees.
Tuesday, July 15, 2014
Board Meeting 7/16
Please join us for our monthly board meeting on July 16 at 4 PM in Council Chambers
The agenda is as follows:
The agenda is as follows:
Meeting of the Directors
I.
Approve June Minutes
II.
Organizational Matters
a.
TD Bank Presentation (tentative)
b.
Board Vacancy: Introduce Andrei Niles.
c.
Policy Updates
d.
Monthly Financial Report
III.
Disposition Proposals/Project Proposals/Property
Updates
a.
13 Chambers Street (with resolution to choose contractors)
b.
29 Chambers Street
c.
55 Chambers
d.
96 Broadway
e.
Neighborhood Preservation Program Update (with resolution to seek
bids and select contractors)
f.
Lander Street Update
g.
New Acquisition List
IV.
Old Business
a.
AG Project Update
b.
Public Outreach Update
V.
New Business
a. Incentive
Document
b. HCR Site
Visit
c. Eric
Schneiderman Visit/Press Conference
d. New Website
& Instagram
e. Window Board
Project with GroundWork Hudson Valley
f.
Marketing Concepts
g. Housing for
Everyone (with Grant Resolution to apply for funds)
VI.
Next Meeting
a.
September 17, 2014 (4:00 pm-5:30 pm)
Tuesday, May 27, 2014
Request for Proposals! Lead and Asbestos Abatement Services
RFP FOR ABATEMENT SERVICES
THE NEWBURGH COMMUNITY LAND BANK, INC.
INVITES THE SUBMISSION OF BIDS FOR ABATEMENT SERVICES AT 13
CHAMBERS STREET
The project is to provide Asbestos and lead abatement and other demolition
services as per the Renovation Plans for 13 Chambers Street,
Newburgh, NY 12550.
INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS
1. BID SUBMISSIONS
Bids shall be submitted in a sealed, opaque envelope clearly marked with
the name of the Bidder, the name of the project bid upon, and shall be
addressed to:
Newburgh Community Land Bank, Inc.
Attn: Madeline Fletcher, Executive Director
P.O. Box 152 Newburgh, NY 12550
Bids shall be delivered to the above address or sent via email
To: mfletcher@newburghcommunitylandbank.org no later than:
12:00 noon, June 2nd, 2014
2. SECURING DOCUMENTS
Copies of the Bidding Documents may be obtained from:
JEFF WILKINSON, R.A.,178 Main Street, Beacon, NY 12508
Ph: 845-838-9763 Email: jawil@earthlink.net
Printed copies of the Bid Documents can be obtained at a cost of $40 per set, or
upon request by the potential Bidder, may be sent via e-mail.
All queries and questions shall be directed to the office of the Architect, Jeff
Wilkinson, R.A., 178 Main Street, Beacon, NY 12508.
Ph: 845-838-9763
3.INSPECTION OF SITE
Each Bidder must visit the site of the proposed work and fully acquaint
himself/herself with the existing conditions relating thereto and should
inform himself/herself as to the facilities involved, the difficulties and the
restrictions attending the performance of the Contract. The Bidder shall
thoroughly examine and familiarize himself/herself with the Drawings,
Technical Specifications, and all other Contract Documents. The
Contractor by the execution of the contract shall in no way be relieved of
any obligation under it due to his failure to receive or examine any form or
legal instrument or to visit the site and acquaint himself with the
conditions there existing and the NCLB will be justified in rejecting any
claim based on facts regarding which he should have been on notice as a
result thereof.
4. ALTERNATIVE BIDS
No alternative bids will be considered unless alternative bids are
specifically requested by the Technical Specifications or the Contract
Documents.
5. BIDS
A. Make bids upon the forms provided therefore, properly executed, and
with all items filled. Do not change the wording to the Bid Form and do
not add words to the Bid Form. Unauthorized conditions, limitations, or
provisions attached to the bid will be cause for rejection of the bid
B. If the Contract is awarded, it will be awarded by the NCLB to a
responsible Bidder on the basis of the Bid most favorable to the NCLB.
The Contract will require the completion of work according to the
Contract Documents.
6. STATEMENT OF BIDDER’S QUALIFICATIONS
Each Bidder shall submit on the form furnished for that purpose, a copy of
which is included in the Contract Documents, a statement of the Bidder’s
qualifications, his/her construction experience, and his/her organization
and equipment available for the work contemplated: and, when specifically
requested by the NCLB a detailed financial statement. The NCLB shall
have the right to take such steps as they deem necessary to determine
the ability of the Bidder to perform his obligations under the Contract,
and the Bidder shall furnish the NCLB all such information and data for
this purpose as it may request. The right is reserved to reject any Bid
where an investigation of the available evidence or information does not
satisfy the NCLB that the Bidder is qualified to carry out properly the
terms of the Contract.
7. CONTRACT PRICE AND ALLOWANCES
Except as described below, all work under this contract shall be included
in the contract lump sum price which price shall include, but shall not be
limited to, all labor, materials, machinery, tools, equipment, services,
transportation, utility services, professional fees, license fees, cost of
permits, etc., so that contract will be completed in the time stipulated.
8. AWARD OF CONTRACTS: REJECTION OF BIDS
A. The Contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible Bidder, who in
the opinion of the Architect and NCLB, best meets with the conditions of
the invitation for Bids. The NCLB however, reserves the right to reject any
and all Bids or portion thereof and to waive any informality in Bids
received whenever such rejection or waiver is in its interest. The Bidder to
whom the award is made will be notified at the earliest possible date.
B. The NCLB reserves the right to consider as unqualified to perform the
Contract any Bidder who does not habitually perform with his own forces
the major portions of the work involved. All work to be performed in strict
accordance with NYS ICR 56, Federal EPA, OSHA and as per local Building
Codes.
9. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Attention of Bidders is particularly called to the requirement for ensuring
that employees and applicants for employment are not discriminated
against because of their race, creed, color or national origin. Women and
minority owned businesses are especially encouraged to submit bids as well as
qualified local contractors and those employing City of Newburgh residents.
THE NEWBURGH COMMUNITY LAND BANK, INC.
INVITES THE SUBMISSION OF BIDS FOR ABATEMENT SERVICES AT 13
CHAMBERS STREET
The project is to provide Asbestos and lead abatement and other demolition
services as per the Renovation Plans for 13 Chambers Street,
Newburgh, NY 12550.
INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS
1. BID SUBMISSIONS
Bids shall be submitted in a sealed, opaque envelope clearly marked with
the name of the Bidder, the name of the project bid upon, and shall be
addressed to:
Newburgh Community Land Bank, Inc.
Attn: Madeline Fletcher, Executive Director
P.O. Box 152 Newburgh, NY 12550
Bids shall be delivered to the above address or sent via email
To: mfletcher@newburghcommunitylandbank.org no later than:
12:00 noon, June 2nd, 2014
2. SECURING DOCUMENTS
Copies of the Bidding Documents may be obtained from:
JEFF WILKINSON, R.A.,178 Main Street, Beacon, NY 12508
Ph: 845-838-9763 Email: jawil@earthlink.net
Printed copies of the Bid Documents can be obtained at a cost of $40 per set, or
upon request by the potential Bidder, may be sent via e-mail.
All queries and questions shall be directed to the office of the Architect, Jeff
Wilkinson, R.A., 178 Main Street, Beacon, NY 12508.
Ph: 845-838-9763
3.INSPECTION OF SITE
Each Bidder must visit the site of the proposed work and fully acquaint
himself/herself with the existing conditions relating thereto and should
inform himself/herself as to the facilities involved, the difficulties and the
restrictions attending the performance of the Contract. The Bidder shall
thoroughly examine and familiarize himself/herself with the Drawings,
Technical Specifications, and all other Contract Documents. The
Contractor by the execution of the contract shall in no way be relieved of
any obligation under it due to his failure to receive or examine any form or
legal instrument or to visit the site and acquaint himself with the
conditions there existing and the NCLB will be justified in rejecting any
claim based on facts regarding which he should have been on notice as a
result thereof.
4. ALTERNATIVE BIDS
No alternative bids will be considered unless alternative bids are
specifically requested by the Technical Specifications or the Contract
Documents.
5. BIDS
A. Make bids upon the forms provided therefore, properly executed, and
with all items filled. Do not change the wording to the Bid Form and do
not add words to the Bid Form. Unauthorized conditions, limitations, or
provisions attached to the bid will be cause for rejection of the bid
B. If the Contract is awarded, it will be awarded by the NCLB to a
responsible Bidder on the basis of the Bid most favorable to the NCLB.
The Contract will require the completion of work according to the
Contract Documents.
6. STATEMENT OF BIDDER’S QUALIFICATIONS
Each Bidder shall submit on the form furnished for that purpose, a copy of
which is included in the Contract Documents, a statement of the Bidder’s
qualifications, his/her construction experience, and his/her organization
and equipment available for the work contemplated: and, when specifically
requested by the NCLB a detailed financial statement. The NCLB shall
have the right to take such steps as they deem necessary to determine
the ability of the Bidder to perform his obligations under the Contract,
and the Bidder shall furnish the NCLB all such information and data for
this purpose as it may request. The right is reserved to reject any Bid
where an investigation of the available evidence or information does not
satisfy the NCLB that the Bidder is qualified to carry out properly the
terms of the Contract.
7. CONTRACT PRICE AND ALLOWANCES
Except as described below, all work under this contract shall be included
in the contract lump sum price which price shall include, but shall not be
limited to, all labor, materials, machinery, tools, equipment, services,
transportation, utility services, professional fees, license fees, cost of
permits, etc., so that contract will be completed in the time stipulated.
8. AWARD OF CONTRACTS: REJECTION OF BIDS
A. The Contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible Bidder, who in
the opinion of the Architect and NCLB, best meets with the conditions of
the invitation for Bids. The NCLB however, reserves the right to reject any
and all Bids or portion thereof and to waive any informality in Bids
received whenever such rejection or waiver is in its interest. The Bidder to
whom the award is made will be notified at the earliest possible date.
B. The NCLB reserves the right to consider as unqualified to perform the
Contract any Bidder who does not habitually perform with his own forces
the major portions of the work involved. All work to be performed in strict
accordance with NYS ICR 56, Federal EPA, OSHA and as per local Building
Codes.
9. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Attention of Bidders is particularly called to the requirement for ensuring
that employees and applicants for employment are not discriminated
against because of their race, creed, color or national origin. Women and
minority owned businesses are especially encouraged to submit bids as well as
qualified local contractors and those employing City of Newburgh residents.
Monday, May 19, 2014
Board Meeting & Distressed Property Public Meeting
Hi Everyone:
Remember that our next board meeting is coming up on Wednesday, 5/21 at 4 PM in Council Chambers! All board meetings are open to the public and we encourage all to attend. Our agenda includes:
In addition, the quarterly Distressed Property Task Force meeting will take place at 7 PM in the Lobby of the Ritz Theater. Come here about the many different efforts throughout the City to rejuvenate vacant property. Agenda includes:
• Broadway Corridor Ac on Plan
Sue Sullivan, Greater Newburgh Partnership
• Conserva on Advisory Commi ee
Richard Harper, Chair
• Newburgh Community Land Bank Program Updates
Madeline Fletcher, Execu ve Director
• Smart Growth & Reuse of Vacant Proper es Project
Orange County
• Process for Purchasing City Property
James Slaughter, Director of Business & Industrial Development
• Builder’s Blitz
Kent Kruse, Habitat for Humanity
Please try to attend!
Remember that our next board meeting is coming up on Wednesday, 5/21 at 4 PM in Council Chambers! All board meetings are open to the public and we encourage all to attend. Our agenda includes:
I.
Approve April Minutes
II.
Organizational Matters
a.
Harris Beach Memo re: organizational obligations
(Tentative) (w/ associated policy changes)
b.
Monthly Financial Report
III.
Disposition Proposals/Project Proposals
a. Updates from April meeting
IV.
Old Business
a.
15 Chambers St Update
b.
55 Chambers Discussion
c.
HOGAR/OC Update
d.
AG Project Update
e.
Rent-to-Own Update
f.
Public Outreach Update
V.
New Business
a.
Consolidated Funding Application
b.
RFPs for distribution
In addition, the quarterly Distressed Property Task Force meeting will take place at 7 PM in the Lobby of the Ritz Theater. Come here about the many different efforts throughout the City to rejuvenate vacant property. Agenda includes:
• Broadway Corridor Ac on Plan
Sue Sullivan, Greater Newburgh Partnership
• Conserva on Advisory Commi ee
Richard Harper, Chair
• Newburgh Community Land Bank Program Updates
Madeline Fletcher, Execu ve Director
• Smart Growth & Reuse of Vacant Proper es Project
Orange County
• Process for Purchasing City Property
James Slaughter, Director of Business & Industrial Development
• Builder’s Blitz
Kent Kruse, Habitat for Humanity
Please try to attend!
Friday, April 18, 2014
We still have some spots at the rejuvenated La Vida Garden. Started by a youth group in 2010, Cornell Cooperative Extension is helping the folks who have been involved for a while get organized and bring new energy to the garden.
The fee is $10 for the year and includes everything you need--seeds, water, soil, tools, instruction and more.
If you are interested, email mfletcher@newburghcommunitylandbank.org for an application. First come, first serve. If we fill up, there are also beds at the Newburgh Armory Unity Center and the Dutch Reform Church. We can help you find the right connections there too!
The fee is $10 for the year and includes everything you need--seeds, water, soil, tools, instruction and more.
If you are interested, email mfletcher@newburghcommunitylandbank.org for an application. First come, first serve. If we fill up, there are also beds at the Newburgh Armory Unity Center and the Dutch Reform Church. We can help you find the right connections there too!
Tuesday, April 15, 2014
Board Meeting Tomorrow!
Please join us tomorrow for our regular board meeting...April 16, 4 PM in Council Chambers! Thank you.
There will be no resident advisory committee meeting following because of a personal commitment. We will reschedule and I will post here.
Agenda as follows:
There will be no resident advisory committee meeting following because of a personal commitment. We will reschedule and I will post here.
Agenda as follows:
I.
Approve March Minutes
II.
Organizational Matters
a.
PT Project Manager—Discussion of applications
(Executive Session)
b.
Summer Fellowship—OAG funded
c.
Conflict of Interest Updates
d.
PARIS Budget Report—Required Action—Adopt 2015
Budget
III.
Disposition Proposals/Project Proposals
IV.
Old Business
a.
15 Chambers St Update
b.
AG Contract & Project Update
c.
Rent-to-Own
d.
Acquisition schedule update—Apr 24
e.
Update of Distressed Property Coordinating
Council – J. Bacher
f.
May 21 Community Meeting for Distressed Property
Task Force
V.
Next Meeting
a.
May 21, 2014 (4:00 pm-5:30 pm)
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