0172-0549_Sep_17_26_solicitation_doc.pdf

This is an Invitation to Bid (ITB) issued by the Connecticut Department of Transportation for District 2 Traffic Signal Safety Improvements across various towns and cities. The solicitation encompasses design and construction of traffic signal safety improvements at multiple intersections within ConnDOT's District 2 jurisdiction, including installation and/or upgrade of traffic signal systems. The bid period runs from September 2, 2026, at 7:00 AM EDT through September 30, 2026, at 2:00 PM EDT. All vendors are eligible to respond. The solicitation includes supporting documents such as contract plans, bidder checklists, electronic bidding instructions, contract special provisions, and prospective bidder lists. A pre-bid meeting or site visit opportunity is available for prospective bidders to review project conditions and specifications. No specific contract award date is identified in the solicitation documents provided.

The solicitation requires bidders to demonstrate financial capacity, bonding requirements, and appropriate insurance coverage as specified in the contract provisions. Pricing is structured as fixed-price or unit-price arrangements as detailed in the bid documents. The solicitation may include set-asides for small business enterprises or other designated contractor categories under Connecticut procurement regulations. Payment terms and conditions are outlined in the contract special provisions. Project funding derives from state transportation budgets or federal highway funds, with specific amounts and sources identified in project budget documentation. Prospective bidders should contact Dawn Guerra at the Connecticut Department of Transportation at 860-594-3127 or Dawn.m.Guerra@ct.gov for additional information or clarification regarding the solicitation.