Bid Solicitation

Sheltering Arms Senior Services is seeking a contract with a firm(s) or person(s) to assess, inspect, and monitor its Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) construction activities in Harris County.

Sheltering Arms’ WAP provides installation of energy efficiency measures for low-income households. An assessment is conducted on every unit to determine its feasibility for weatherization. The type of energy efficiency measures to be installed in a home is determined through a computerized energy audit. The typical weatherization measures may include: weatherstripping, caulking, attic and/or wall insulation, repair or replacement of windows/doors, and
replacement or repair of heating/cooling appliances.

Sheltering Arms anticipates weatherizing as many as 2,000 single-family and multi-family dwelling units each of the next two years. The professional and working knowledge required for the successful management of Sheltering Arms weatherization projects are outlined in this downloadable PDF and below. The Inspector Application can also be found below:

Independent Contractor for Weatherization Inspector Activities Overview (PDF)

Independent Contractor Inspector Application (PDF)