A101_Owner_Contractor_Agreement_final.pdf

This is an Owner-Contractor Agreement document for the Town of Waterford, Connecticut, detailing the contractual relationship for the construction of a new Oswegatchie Fire Station. The project involves constructing a new 9,988 square-foot fire station on a new site location with phased work designed to maintain full operational status of the existing facility until completion. The scope of work encompasses structural construction, mechanical systems, electrical infrastructure, fire protection, plumbing, HVAC, communications systems, and security technology integration. A mandatory pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for January 15, 2026, at 10:00 AM, with written questions due by January 28, 2026, at 4:00 PM. Sealed bids are due February 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM through the Town's electronic procurement portal, with bid opening conducted via Zoom. The contractor must complete the project within 396 consecutive calendar days following the Notice to Proceed, with liquidated damages of $1,000 per day assessed for delays beyond this timeline.

The contract requires bid security of 10 percent for bids exceeding $50,000, with performance and payment bonds equal to 100 percent of the contract sum for qualifying thresholds. A minimum of 25 percent of the state-funded contract value must be awarded to Department of Administration Services-certified small and minority-owned businesses. Contractors must comply with Connecticut General Statutes Section 31-53 prevailing wage requirements with annual rate adjustments, maintain general liability insurance of $1,000,000 per occurrence, $1,000,000 automobile liability, and statutory workers' compensation coverage. All project personnel must complete a 10-hour OSHA Construction Safety and Health Course with documentation required within 30 days of contract award. The project incorporates sophisticated technology systems including a Bogen Nyquist E7000 IP-based public address system, Mercury Avigilon access control and video surveillance, an addressable fire alarm system, and intrusion detection with DMP control panels. The Town intends to award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder demonstrating comprehensive technical qualifications, manufacturer authorizations, and specialized system integration certifications.