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B. Contractors will adhere to the terms of the rehabilitation contract including the TMCS performance standards and the general specifications. Whenever the need for clarification results in a change, such issues will result in a written change order prior to any work being completed. No work will be approved except that which is established in the contract and in written approved change orders. Any unforeseen or hidden condition should be reported to the program administrator immediately. Any item that conflicts with these standards should be reported immediately by the contractor. C. Whenever possible the contractor will make an effort to minimize the impact of the construction on the homeowner. Work shall be carried out swiftly and directly. Electric, water, sewer and gas service will not be interrupted for more than twelve (12) hours without written approval by the home owner. Heat will be provided at all times during winter months. Doors, windows and any other large openings or air leaks will be repaired on the same day. The work area shall be secured at all times. D. The work area shall be left clean and free from clutter at the end of each day and the contractor, not the home owner will be responsible for storage of materials and tools. E. Prior to the commencement of construction the homeowner will arrange to move and store any valuable personal property that might be damaged during the course of construction. If property is damaged through negligence of the contractor, arrangements will be made by the contractor to reimburse the homeowner. F. The contractor shall use the site and its facilities only for specified construction. The electrical, water, sewer and gas systems shall be used only for construction purposes and during the construction phase only. G. Any discrepancy in the contract documents shall be brought to the attention of the program administrator immediately. H. Failure of contractors to meet the Department's criteria can result in: i. Contractors not being eligible for payment, and should not become party to any HOME Program funded project. I. The contracting sequence for housing rehabilitation projects shall be: Invitation to Bid, Sid Opening, and Contract Award. i. Within ten (10) days of notification of the contract award, the successful bidder shall provide the program administrator with: i. a list of sub-contractors, and ii. certificates of insurance. iii. Certificates of insurance from the issuing company will show current coverage in the amount stipulated in the contract documents and with a thirty (30) day notice of cancellation of insurance to the program administrator for: general liability with completed operational coverage, vehicle liability, and statutory workman's compensation (as required). ii. The contractor shall begin work within ten (10) days of receiving the issuance of the Notice to Proceed.