0117-0164_Oct_28_26_solicitation_doc.pdf

This Invitation to Bid (ITB) solicitation document is issued by the Connecticut Department of Transportation for safety improvements at the Portland Avenue and Depot Road railroad crossing in Ridgefield. The project scope encompasses safety enhancements at the specified railroad crossing location, with contract plans, site visit information, and special provisions detailed in the solicitation package. All vendors are eligible to respond to this procurement. The solicitation was issued on September 23, 2026, at 7:00 a.m. EDT, with proposals due on October 21, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. EDT. The solicitation documents include site visit information, contract plans, crack repair estimates, and prospective bidder lists, indicating that site visits and pre-bid information are available to interested parties. The solicitation has been designated as having no specific line items, with the scope addressed through the comprehensive contract documents provided.

Payment terms and estimated contract value are specified in the Contract Special Provisions document, which prospective bidders must consult for complete project details. Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) requirements apply to this solicitation, with a New DBE Requirements Regular Dealer Affirmation Form included in the bidding package. Prospective bidders must comply with electronic bidding procedures as outlined in the Electronic Bidding Instructions and submit proposals through the enhanced bidding workflow. Inquiries regarding project scope, site-visit logistics, specifications, and submission procedures should be directed to Dawn Guerra, Connecticut Department of Transportation, 2800 Berlin Turnpike, PO Box 1237546, Newington, CT 06111, at 860-594-3127 or Dawn.m.Guerra@ct.gov.