B027-17_Aug_25_26_solicitation_doc.pdf

This is a solicitation document from the City of Meriden, Connecticut for construction services involving concrete sidewalks, curbs, and ramps using Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. The project scope encompasses approximately 8,200 square feet of concrete sidewalk, 1,650 square feet of driveway apron, 1,620 linear feet of concrete curbing, and 750 square feet of handicap ramps located on Oak Street (West Side) between Olive Street and Lima Street and Liberty Street (South Side) between Catlin Street and Norwood Street. Bids are due August 25, 2026 at 11:00 p.m. via the OpenGov eProcurement Portal, with a vendor question deadline of August 18, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Site visits are encouraged. Work is scheduled to commence approximately September 15, 2026 and be completed no later than December 15, 2026. Contractors must submit unit costs for seven line items: concrete sidewalk, concrete driveway aprons, concrete pedestrian ramps, cast-in-place concrete curbing, bituminous concrete driveway repair, replacement catch basin tops, and replacement grate catch basin tops. Contractors must also demonstrate the ability to dedicate at least one sidewalk crew working 40 hours per week for the contract duration.

A 10% bid bond and performance and labor/material payment bonds equal to 100% of the contract price are required. The project includes a 25% small business enterprise set-aside and 6.25% minority/women/disabled-owned business set-aside for state-funded portions, with Section 3 businesses certified under HUD guidelines receiving bid preferences. The project is subject to Connecticut prevailing wage rates, Davis-Bacon wage requirements, Build America Buy America Act requirements, and Executive Order 11246 equal employment opportunity provisions. The City of Meriden is exempt from federal excise taxes and Connecticut state and use taxes, which should not be included in bid prices. Liquidated damages of $500 per day apply for delays beyond the specified completion date. Bids must remain open for 60 days following opening. Contact information for inquiries is Denise Olivo at 203-630-4116 or DOlivo@meridenct.gov.