0171-0483_Mar_17_25_solicitation_doc.pdf

This is an Invitation to Bid (ITB #0171-0483) issued by the Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) for a sheet aluminum sign replacement project along Interstate 91, Connecticut Route 20, and State Route 598. The solicitation seeks qualified contractors to replace existing road signage with new sheet aluminum signs, with the bid period open from February 12, 2025, at 7:00 AM EST to March 12, 2025, at 2:00 PM EDT. The procurement is open to all vendors and does not include a line-item breakdown, requiring comprehensive bids for the entire project. Nydia Cotto from the CTDOT Newington office is the primary point of contact for vendor inquiries.

The solicitation includes Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) requirements, specifically mandating a Regular Dealer Affirmation Form as part of the bid submission process, indicating a commitment to supporting diverse contractor participation. While no specific contract value or budget range is provided, the documents suggest standard governmental contracting qualifications apply. Potential bidders must carefully review the Electronic Bidding Instructions, Contract Plans, Bidders Checklist, and Special Provisions to ensure full compliance with the solicitation requirements. Payment terms and project-specific details are to be found in the Special Provisions document, and vendors are advised to thoroughly examine all supporting documentation before submitting their proposals.