38354_Aug_25_26_solicitation_doc.pdf

This Request for Proposal solicitation is issued by the Town of Redding, Connecticut, for the replacement of the Department of Public Works generator system, transfer switch, and fuel system. The project scope requires removal and disposal of existing equipment and installation of a new 40kW generator with an integrated 100-gallon diesel fuel cell and transfer switch in the same location as the current system at 28 Great Oak Lane, Redding, Connecticut. The awardee must furnish and install all required equipment and fittings, test all systems for functionality and compliance with Connecticut Building Code and manufacturer specifications, and perform building finish repairs as needed. The solicitation is open to all vendors with no set-aside or preference programs. Vendor questions must be submitted by August 24, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. EDT, and proposals are due August 27, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. EDT. Site visits may be coordinated with Facility Director Shaun Donnelly at sdonnelly@reddingct.gov. Proposals must be submitted by email to sdonnelly@reddingct.gov with the subject line "RFP - Redding DPW, Replacement of Generator, Transfer Switch and Fuel System." No award date or contract term has been specified.

Pricing must exclude federal taxes and Connecticut sales and use taxes, and delivery is Free On Board Destination with vendor-specified payment terms. No estimated contract value is provided in the solicitation. Respondents must demonstrate significant prior experience and valid licensing in HVAC installations and professional standards. The awardee must obtain and maintain comprehensive insurance throughout project duration, including workers' compensation ($500,000 each accident), commercial general liability ($1,000,000 occurrence/$2,000,000 aggregate), commercial automobile insurance ($1,000,000 combined single limit), and umbrella or excess liability insurance ($2,000,000 each occurrence and aggregate). All insurance policies must be underwritten by Connecticut-licensed insurers with an A.M. Best rating of A- (VII) or better, with the Town named as additional insured. The Town reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and award the contract to the party deemed best suited to complete the project, regardless of cost.