We understand that businesses can fall on hard times, and cannot always wait the full 30 or 45 days to be reimbursed for their work. For this reason, we are able to process, on a case-by-case basis, reimbursement within a shorter time frame. We ask that you communicate directly with your Project Manager if expedited reimbursement is needed.
We offer an up-front deposit for materials on a case-by-case basis. The deposit is at the discretion of the Project Manager; communicate directly with them to inquire about this resource.
The MBE/WBE/DSBE certification can be a valuable asset when bidding on contracts generally, and with Habitat. We offer referrals to The Enterprise Center, the organization that administers the certification process. In some instances, the $250 certification fee may be waived. Reach out to Carrie Rathmann, VP of Strategic Partnerships, at carrier@habitatphiladelphia.org if you are interested in a referral.
We understand that many construction businesses, particularly smaller ones, do not have full-time staff dedicated to completing paperwork. For this reason, our staff at Habitat is dedicated to supporting our subcontractors through the paperwork collection process. We are available to answer questions and provide guidance when it comes to collecting certificates of insurances, signing waivers of liens, interpreting notices to proceed, and the like.