The Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) of Itasca County is requesting proposals for the construction of four and up to eight single-family homes, in Grand Rapids, MN. The homes will be constructed on residential lots at the site of the former Forest Lake School. The HRA intends to construct four of the two-bedroom designs and four of the three-bedroom design. Homes must meet Minnesota Green Communities Criteria and be Energy Star Certified upon completion.  

The HRA intends to use this proposal process to identify a contractor to undertake the construction of four and up to eight homes. Construction should begin in spring 2025/ early summer of 2025. Completion dates will be staggered and negotiated with the successful bidder. Notably, a bidder may bid the four-2 bedroom homes or the four-3 bedroom homes or all 8 homes.  

The maximum number of contracts to be entered into through this bid process is two. The Project is supported by local and state grant programs. This project does not require the use of prevailing wage rates. 

Builders wishing to be considered must submit proposals as follows:

• Bid Proposal Form – Proposals must include a completed and signed Bid Proposal Form.

• Experience – Proposals must contain a written narrative outlining experience in single family home construction and sustainable/green construction. Please include any experience you have had in working with local, state and/or federal funds. Proposals must include three (3) client references, a list of all the homes constructed from 2021 through 2024, including specific addresses, square footages, completion dates, and construction prices. Photos can be attached.

• Timeline - Provide a proposed construction schedule for the completion of all proposed homes from permitting to Certificate of Occupancy. The HRA seeks bids that deliver 4 homes in 2025 and 4 homes on or before July 31, 2026. Completion dates will be staggered and ultimately negotiated with the successful bidder.

Additional Documentation - All submissions must include:

• Copy of builder’s contractor license;

• Proof of General Liability, Risk, and Workers Compensation insurance coverage

A pre-bid conference will be held at the Grand Rapids HRA Office located at 1115 NW 4th Street, Grand Rapids, MN on February 11th at 10:30am.

Proposals must be submitted or mailed to the address below. All submittals must be received no later than 2 p.m. on Thursday, February 20th, 2025, with a public bid opening at 2 p.m. at the HRA offices, 1115 NW 4th Street, Grand Rapids, MN.   Any questions should be referred to: 

Cameron Persons 
cameron@hawkconstructioninc.com 
(218) 360-9992 
HAWK Construction  Inc. 
1833 West Hwy 2 Street 
Grand Rapids, MN 55744 

The Designer Firm, Hawk Construction, is not participating as a builder/bidder entity in the RFP process and is providing design services only.