History
Operating out of Chicago IL and its’ surrounding areas, CDC is a general contracting firm, which provides Make Ready/Rehab Turn-key, Residential and Commercial Construction, American Disability Access (ADA), Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (UFAS) and Life Safety Installation, Interior Demolition, and Construction Management Services.
Coleman Development Corporation (CDC) is a small minority owned construction company founded in 1996. Coleman Development Corporation has successfully operated in Chicago, Illinois and surrounding areas for the past 16 years with concentration on small and large scale construction renovation, retrofitting, restoration and rehab of commercial and residential multi-dwelling units.
Coleman Development Corporation (CDC) was founded in 1996 as an outgrowth of the U.S. Housing and Urban Development Agency and the Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) Resident Entrepreneurial Training Program (RETP) that was created to train public housing residents in various entrepreneurial endeavors in order to foster self-reliance and self-sufficiency.
In 1996, Coleman Development Corporation partnered with Coronet Distribution Corporation and was awarded its first contract in CHA’s appliance replacement program. This joint venture became C & H Joint Ventures (CHJV). In 1999, C & H Joint Ventures was awarded its first construction contract for CHA’s winter emergency of 1999 program to perform home repairs. This joint venture was dissolved in 2003, leaving Coleman Development Corporation to perform small construction related activities solely. During this time, Coleman Development Corporation began to perform drywall, flooring and interior demolition. From 2003 to December 2012, Coleman Development Corporation (CDC) generated approximately $20,000,000 in revenue.
In 2005, Coleman Development Corporation (CDC) received its general contractors’ license from the City of Chicago to work on construction projects $5,000,000 or greater. Coleman Development Corporation is recognized as an MBE firm with the City of Chicago; Cook County, Illinois; the State of Illinois; a certified DBE firm through the Chicago Transit Authority. In 2012, Coleman Development Corporation received its Federal HUBZone certification.
CDC has its address in leased premises at 7258 S. Halsted, Chicago, IL 60621.
Its activities fall under the following NAICS Classifications:
- 236118 – Construction, Addition, Alteration and Renovation for Multifamily Buildings; Construction Management;
- 238210 – Alarm System (e.g., fire, burglar), Electric, Installation only
- 238310 – Drywall
- 238320 – Painting
- 238330 – Flooring
- 238350 – Carpentry
- 238910 – Site Preparation.
CDC is involved in five distinct activities
- Renovation, Retrofitting, Restoration and Rehabilitation of Commercial and Residential Multifamily units
- American Disability Access (ADA), Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (UFAS)
- Property Services (Emergency Construction Services)
- Life Safety Installation
- Construction Management
Eighty to ninety percent of the Gross Sales are in renovation, retrofitting, restoration of commercial and residential multifamily units. Coleman Development Corporation has 10 full-time and part-time employees; 3 contracted workers, excluding subcontracting companies.
Capability Statement
Download PDF version| AREA | DESCRIPTION | |
| Name | Coleman Development Corporation | |
| Specialty/Niche | Coleman Development Corporation (CDC) is a small minority owned construction companyfounded in 1996. Coleman Development Corporation has successfully operated in Chicago,Illinois and surrounding areas for the past 16 years with concentration on smalland large scale construction renovation, retrofitting, restoration and rehab ofcommercial and residential multi-dwelling units. | |
| Company Information | Established in 1996 • Duns No: 168239304 • CAGE Code: 46AW6 www.colemandevcorp.com | |
| Services | Construction Management • General Contracting • Pre-Construction Services SubcontractorOutreach • Life Safety and ADA Modifications and Retrofits | |
| NAICS Codes | • 236118 – Construction, Addition, Alteration and Renovation for Multifamily Buildings;Construction Management, Fire and Flood Restoration, Multifamily Building, General Contractor • 238210 – Alarm System (e.g., fire, burglar), Electric, Installation only • 238310 – Drywall and Insulation Contractors • 238320 – Painting and Wall Covering Contractors • 238330 – Flooring Contractors • 238350 – Finish Carpentry Contractors • 238910 – Site Preparation Contractors | |
| Certifications | HUBZone • DBE (State of Illinois) • MBE (State of Illinois, Cook County & City ofChicago) | |
| Primary Clients | Chicago Housing Authority • Housing Authority of Cook County • The Habitat CompanyEastlake Management Group • The Woodlawn Community Development Corporation | |
| Supplier Diversity | MBE Certified, State of Illinois, Cook County and City of Chicago | |
| Contact Information | Lester Coleman, President & CEO 7258 S. Halsted Street • Chicago, IL 60621 (773)846-1110 (office) • (773) 846-8590 (fax) • info@colemandevcorp.com (email) | |
| Bonding & Insurance | Bonding Capacity: $5,000,000 per project; $10,000,000 aggregate Insurance: $2,000,000General Liability per Project | |
| Past Performance | The Habitat Company Dearborn Homes Make Ready Property Investment Initiative | $2,065,524 $614,000 |
| Chicago Housing Authority Task No 8-IDIQ No. 11-001783 Life Safety & Common Area Retrofit/Peterson Task NO 8-IDIQ Life Safety & Common Area Retrofit/Loyola Task No 56-IDIQ No. 01532 ADA Non-Dwelling Retrofit/Damen & Schiller ADA Retrofits, Package 1,6,9,10 | $1,430,000 $910,000 $1,600,931 $1,473,022 | |
| Genesis Development Corporation Neighborhood Stabilization Program | $582,254 | |
Management Team
Lester Coleman is a former resident of a public housing development located in Chicago, IL. In 1996, he founded Coleman Development Corporation (CDC), a small minority owned construction firm. The company’s motto is: Rebuilding Communities, Reshaping Lives.
Lester Coleman has received numerous accolades and awards for his work and on April 22, 2010 was highlighted during Chicago Small Business Day, by the HUD Deputy Secretary Ron Sims. In 2012, Coleman, along with a number of “American Dream” style change makers, was chosen to consult with Warren Buffet on the advancement of his ideas and what it may mean to the future of all those who are job creators. “It was certainly an honor to sit down, one-on-one with one of the most successful entrepreneurs in history. It has spurred me to do even more in my business and personal endeavors,” said Coleman. “Made In America” will not be just the things found in clothing retailers, warehouses or hardware stores any longer. It can now conjure a picture of a face; that of the founder of Coleman Development Corporation with a whole new meaning, open to interpretation.
Karl Henry joined Coleman Development Corporation in 2008 as a Junior Project Manager. Karl is currently a Senior Project Manager and his responsibilities include project implementation. He also functions as the Client Liaison for Coleman Development Corporation. Karl Henry received a Bachelors of Arts degree from Jackson State University in 1998.
