How to bid on V/C Floor Tile Installation for NYC Housing Authority

What the NYC Housing Authority is buying

The NYC Housing Authority (NYCHA) is seeking contractors to install vinyl composition floor tile in apartments. This work will be performed at seven housing developments located in Queens and Staten Island. NYCHA plans to award seven separate requirement contracts.

Each contract will have a term of three years, with the possibility of up to two one-year extensions at NYCHA's discretion. No bid security is required for this opportunity. A contractor may be awarded one contract initially, and potentially one additional contract if other opportunities remain.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

The deadline for submitting bids is August 07, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. All required documents must be submitted by this time.

A virtual pre-bid conference is scheduled for Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at 2:00 PM. While not mandatory, attendance is strongly encouraged. Questions regarding the solicitation are due by Monday, June 29, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Answers to submitted questions will be released on Monday, July 06, 2026, at 2:00 PM.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for construction firms specializing in floor tile installation. Bidders must already be on NYCHA’s approved Tile Pre-Qualification List (PQL) to be eligible for an award. Additionally, the bidding firm and any named subcontractors must be registered with the New York State Department of Labor for prevailing-wage work, as these solicitations are subject to the Davis Bacon Prevailing Wage Schedule.

This bid series includes specific RFQ numbers for Queensbridge North Houses, Queensbridge South Houses, Ravenswood Houses, Astoria Houses, Latimer Gardens Houses Consolidation, Pomonok Houses, and Woodside Houses.

How to respond to this solicitation

To access the solicitation, find it on NYC's Current Solicitations open-data list using its PIN or title. You can view documents or submit your response by searching the PIN on City Record Online or by registering a free vendor account in PASSPort and responding before the due date.

Before submitting your bid, ensure you are pre-qualified on the NYCHA-Tile Pre-Qualification List. Also, confirm that your company and all subcontractors are registered with the New York State Department of Labor for prevailing wage work. Section 3 REO & OEO Plans must be submitted separately via eComply by the bid submission deadline; do not include them in your iSupplier bid submission.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully review all bid documents before the pre-bid conference. This will allow you to formulate specific questions to ask during the conference, ensuring you have a clear understanding of NYCHA's expectations.

Ensure all required registrations and pre-qualifications are current and complete well in advance of the deadline. This includes your presence on the NYCHA-Tile Pre-Qualification List and New York State Department of Labor registration for prevailing wage work. Incomplete registrations can lead to disqualification.

Pay close attention to the instructions for submitting Section 3 documentation. It must be submitted via eComply and not included with your main bid. Following these specific submission instructions is crucial for a compliant bid.