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 SHRRP CAPITAL PROJECT HELP PAGE
Undertaking a Capital Project? ONPHA has pulled together a number of resources to assist members undertaking SHRRP capital projects. Browse the list of information and resources below:
If you are looking for general background information on SHRRP, including program guidelines, and ONPHA's plain language guide to the program, click here. Building Condition Assessments Review your most recent Building Condition Assessment (BCA) and prioritize your renovation projects. If you don't have a recent BCA, check out our Technical Services Section to find an engineering company that can help.
Tendering and Specification Writing ONPHA has compiled a number of resources and sample documents to help you move forward on your capital project. We have partnered with an online tendering company that can assist you in getting quotes on work to be done. Biddingo does not charge for this service.
If you do not have internal staff available to manage the project you can contract with a technical service provider (e.g. an engineering company) for assistance on this. Click here to download a sample RFP for tendering this service. Click here for more information on technical services and suppliers.
If your non-profit is applying for SHRRP funding, consider ONPHA's Best Deals partners. ONPHA has searched the marketplace and negotiated the best prices. Click here to learn more about some Best Deals partners offering products and services covered under the SHRRP funding. Visit ONPHA's Best Deals webpage for more information.
ONPHA has archived a variety of webinars that our members can access for free. Anytime, anywhere! Two that may interest you are Tendering Capital Projects and Writing Specifications to Get What You Want. These webinars are available on ONPHA's Video and Webinar Library, located here.
Technical Services and Project Management The Social Housing Services Corporation is partnering with ONPHA to provide support targeted specifically to help non-profit housing providers make the most of their funding.
When you call SHSC's customer care line you will be speaking with experienced, knowledgeable housing experts, with many years of work in the sector. Phone: 1.877.733.SHSC (7472) toll-free anywhere in Ontario
ONPHA's Management Support Team provides specialized advice and support to non-profit housing providers across Ontario. ONPHA's team of sector experts can provide you with quick non-technical information and advice regarding SHRRP. They offer the latest program updates from the MMAH to help you maximize your grant funds. Phone: 1.800.297.6660
ONPHA's Associate member companies are experienced in working with housing providers and are a great resource if you are looking for technical assistance and suppliers. Click here for a list of Engineering/Technical companies. You can also browse our list of Associate Business members to find companies that can do the work. Housing Solutions Inc. offers innovative approaches and solutions for housing providers accessing recently announced funding under the Social Housing and Retrofit Program (SHRRP). Click here to learn more. The Byng Group: Planning in-suite capital repairs under SHRRP? The Byng Group can help! Click here to learn more.
You should assign a project manager for your project. If you do not have internal staff available to manage the project you can contract with a technical service provider (e.g. an engineering company) for assistance on this. Click here to download a sample RFP for tendering this service.
Energy and Asset Management Planning
ONPHA has joined with the SHSC, CHF Canada, the Service Manager Housing Network and government organizations to form the Asset Management Centre, a joint venture to assist housing providers with their asset management and related capital reserve needs including education, technical resources, best practices and other sector-wide strategic initiatives. The AMC is establishing a baseline framework from which providers can then customize their individual asset management requirements. UPDATE: The Asset Management Centre (AMC) has released the Asset Management Resource Kit - a collection of tools and resources designed specifically for Ontario's housing providers to assist them in managing their buildings and capital needs. Click here for more information.
ONPHA has archived a variety of webinars that our members can access for free - anytime, anywhere! One that may interest you is Energy and Asset Management, which presents important and practical information on creating an effective energy and asset planning management framework. These webinars are available on ONPHA's Video and Webinar Library, located here.
Visit ONPHA's Energy Management Page for information on controlling costs through an energy management program. From this page you will have access to a variety of energy management resources. Be sure to check out ONPHA's Going Green page for tips on how your organization can conserve energy, green your operations and engage tenants.
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