0171-0483_May_19_25_solicitation_doc.pdf

The document 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 procurement seeks qualified contractors to replace existing road signage with new sheet aluminum signs, with the bid period opening on February 12, 2025, at 7:00 AM EST and closing on March 12, 2025, at 2:00 PM EDT. The solicitation is open to all vendors and requires comprehensive bids for the entire project, with no line-item breakdown. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Nydia Cotto at the CTDOT Newington office, located at 2800 Berlin Turnpike.

The solicitation includes Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) requirements, mandating a Regular Dealer Affirmation Form as part of the bid submission process, which suggests a commitment to supporting diverse contractor participation. Detailed specifications are outlined in the accompanying Contract Plans and Special Provisions documents, and bidders must carefully review all supporting documentation, including Electronic Bidding Instructions and the Bidders Checklist. The procurement does not specify an estimated total contract value or budget range, and no information is provided about incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure. Payment terms are referenced to be detailed in the Special Provisions, and the solicitation is structured to encourage competitive bidding from a wide range of qualified contractors.