26-62_May_4_26_solicitation_doc.pdf

This is an Invitation to Bid (ITB) issued by the City of Norwich, Connecticut for lead paint hazard control and healthy homes rehabilitation services at 112 Chestnut Street. The solicitation encompasses comprehensive lead abatement and property rehabilitation work, including permits and fees, waste disposal, roof work on front and rear porches, garage lead paint treatment, soil remediation, exterior encapsulation, siding and wrap, foundation work, and rehabilitation of first, second, and third floor units. The bid period runs from April 22, 2026 to May 8, 2026, with sealed bids due by 4:00 p.m. on May 8, 2026 via the City of Norwich's online bidding portal. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for May 1, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at the project location. The project must be completed within 30 calendar days from notice to proceed, with exterior work items required to be completed no later than May 30th.

Qualified contractors must hold a valid Connecticut home improvement contractor license and a lead abatement contractor license if applicable. The procurement is funded through the Property Rehabilitation Program and HUD Lead Based Paint Hazard Control in Priority Housing Program, though the specific total contract value has not been disclosed. Bid packages must include a signed bidders certification, payment request, non-collusion affidavit, proof of insurance, proof of licensure, and all addendum sheets. The City of Norwich restricts contractors to a maximum of two active contracts between the Lead or Rehab programs, with new contractors subject to a probationary period allowing only one contract until successful completion and written acceptance as "in good standing." Lead abatement clearance includes two rounds of dust wipes testing at program cost, with additional testing failures assessed at $80.00 per hour to the contractor. Payment is processed through approved billing requests with a minimum 15-day allowance for check issuance. Product selections are limited to builders grade materials with maximum allowances specified for doors, flooring, and carpet, and all selections require approval by the Program Manager and property owner prior to contract signing.