Bid 27-003 WMS Communication Services.pdf
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- Solicitation number
- 39600
- Issued by
- Fairfield County, Connecticut
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This Request for Qualification and Proposal is issued by the Weston Board of Education in Connecticut seeking experienced communications and public engagement consultants to develop and implement a communications and community engagement strategy for the proposed construction of a new Weston Middle School. The Board requires consultants to provide strategic communications planning, develop public information materials explaining the project and its financial implications, represent the project at public meetings and community forums, track public feedback, and prepare materials for a referendum process. The scope encompasses three phased engagements: Phase 1 (Assessment and Planning) involving review of existing materials and development of a communications plan; Phase 2 (Implementation) involving material development and public participation; and Phase 3 (Referendum Preparation) involving referendum-related communications support. Proposals must be submitted in sealed envelopes to the Business Office, Central Office, Weston Board of Education, 24 School Road, Weston, Connecticut 06883, no later than 10:00 AM on November 10, 2026. The Board anticipates awarding the contract by November 20, 2026. The contract term is not specified in the document, though it is anticipated to proceed in phases with separate authorization required for each subsequent phase.
The Board will conduct a Quality-Based Selection process, evaluating consultants based on previous experience with similar projects, ability and capacity to perform the work, compliance with applicable laws and licensing requirements, ability to meet project delivery schedules, proposed fees, and litigation history. The Board is not obligated to accept the lowest financial bid and reserves the right to award to multiple consultants or reject any submission. Consultants must submit a completed Bid Proposal Form with proposed base fees and other costs, firm qualifications and experience with at least three references, proposed approach and work plan, work samples, project team identification, a signed Non-Collusion Affidavit, and a Statement of Policy regarding equal employment opportunity. Insurance requirements include Workers' Compensation with $500,000 liability limits, Commercial General Liability with $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate limits, Commercial Automobile Insurance at $1,000,000 per accident, and Umbrella Liability Insurance at $5,000,000 per occurrence and aggregate. Experience in Connecticut municipalities and public school construction projects is desirable. The document does not specify a set-aside program, funding amount, or contract renewal options.
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Weston Board of Education
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATION and PROPOSAL
FOR
BID # 27-003 BOE
Weston Middle School Communications & Community
Engagement Services
10/26/26
Proposals due: November 10 at 10:00am
Business Office
Central Office
Weston Board of Education
24 School Road
Weston, CT. 06883
WESTON BOARD OF EDUCATION
INSTRUCTIONS TO CONSULTANTS
1. INTRODUCTION
The Weston Board of Education (the “Board”) is seeking qualifications and proposals from experienced communications and public engagement consultants to support communications regarding the proposed construction of a new Weston Middle School.
Following an evaluation of facilities conditions, educational needs, and potential alternatives, the Weston Board of Education has voted to pursue a new middle school.
The project will require continued planning, coordination, and approval by Weston residents through a referendum.
The Board seeks a consultant to develop and implement a communications and community engagement strategy that provides residents with clear, accurate, and accessible information about the project. This is a town-wide initiative, requiring a collaborative effort with various town boards, including the Board of Selectmen and
Board of Finance. The consultant must be proficient in gathering input from all parties and creating a cohesive message. The consultant will serve as an external representative of the project, helping residents understand the educational, facilities, and financial considerations involved.
This opportunity has been publicly advertised through the Invitation to Bid attached as
Exhibit A. The contract will be awarded to the Consultant determined and selected by the
Board in the manner described in Section 7 of these Instructions.
The Board reserves the right to amend or withdraw this Request for Proposals
(RFP) for any reason, to accept or reject any or all bids, to waive any informalities or non-material deficiencies in any bid submission, to award or not award a contract in connection with this RFP, and to award a contract/purchase order to the
Consultant as deemed by the BOARD to be in the best interest of the Board. The
Weston Board of Education shall be under no obligation to accept the lowest financial bid if it is deemed in the best interest of the school system.
The Board may make such investigations as it deems necessary to determine the ability of a Consultant to perform the work. The Consultant shall furnish all information and data for this purpose as the Board may request. The Board reserves the right to reject any bid if evidence submitted by the Consultant or investigation of the Consultant fails to satisfy the Board that the Consultant is properly qualified to carry out the obligations of a contract resulting from this bid. Consultant is also requested to provide an audited statement of the financial conditions of the company.
2. SCHEDULE
2.01 Bids must be submitted no later than 10:00 AM on November 10 (the “Bid
Deadline”).
2.04 The Board tentatively intends to award the bid by November 20th.
3. CONTENTS OF BIDS
3.01 Bids must include the following:
- Completed and fully executed Bid Form attached hereto as Exhibit C. The
Bid Form must be executed by a duly authorized representative of the
Consultant having legal authority to contract on behalf of the Consultant.
- The information and documents listed on Exhibit D.
3.02 Please note the Selection Process described in Section 7 of these Instructions.
3.03 The term “RFQ/RFP” shall mean and include these Instructions to Consultants and all exhibits and schedules attached hereto and such other documents and information as may otherwise be incorporated herein by reference.
4. SCOPE OF THE WORK
4.01 The scope of the work for the Project is described on Exhibit B (the “Work”).
5. QUESTIONS and ADDENDA
5.01 Questions regarding this RFQ/RFP shall be made to the Board by email to
Andrew Galli at andrewgalli@westonps.org.
5.02 Addenda
- Addenda will be posted on the Board’s website: www.westonps.org
- Interpretations or changes to, or corrections of, the RFQ/RFP, or substitutions made in any manner other than by way of an Addendum will not be binding, will be of no force and effect and Consultants shall not rely upon them.
6. DELIVERY OF BIDS
6.01 Bids must be delivered by mail in sealed envelopes clearly marked with the name and address of the Consultant and the words “Response to RFP 27-003 BOE, Weston Middle School Communications and Community Engagement
Services” to Business office, Central Office, Weston Board of Education, 24
School Road, Weston, CT. 06883. The Board has no responsibility for any delays caused by the delivery process chosen by the Consultant.
6.02 Bids must contain the items described in Section 3 of these Instructions.
7. SELECTION PROCESS
7.01 The Board will be responsible for evaluating the responses for the selection of the
Consultant based on a Quality Based Selection. The Board reserves the right to award to the consultant they deem most appropriate to complete the scope of the work.
In determining the Lowest Responsible Qualified Consultant, the following criteria will be considered as applicable:
- Previous experience and references for similar completed work
- The ability and capacity of the Consultant to perform the Work based on an evaluation of the character, integrity, reputation and experience of the
Consultant. Consideration shall be given to previous work performed by the
Consultant for the Board or for other government agencies, including the quality and degree of satisfaction with the work performed.
- Compliance by the Consultant with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including any licensing requirements.
- Ability to meet the project delivery schedule.
- Proposed Fee
- Involvement in litigation.
The Board will award the Contract to the Consultant the Board believes to offer the best combination of price and quality. The Board is not required to award the Contract to the Consultant submitting the lowest Bid Price and this selection process may result in the award of the Contract to other than the lowest Consultant if determined by the Board to be in the best interests of the school system. The Board also reserves the right to award the project to more than one Consultant.
7.02 Any Bid not including the attendant submissions required hereunder shall be considered unresponsive and may be rejected by the Board.
7.03 The Board also reserves the right to negotiate further with one or more of the firms as to any features of their Bids and to accept modifications and clarifications of the Bid when such action will be in the best interests of the school.
7.04 Consultants whose Bids are deemed unacceptable will be notified promptly.
8. THE CONTRACT
8.01 The Board intends to use, and the successful Consultant will be required to execute and deliver, a contract/purchase order in a form acceptable to the Board.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Board reserves the right to modify the contract prior to its execution.
9. INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
9.01 The insurance requirements to be met by the successful Consultant are set forth on Exhibit E to this RFP.
10. FURTHER INFORMATION AND REQUIREMENTS
10.01 NONDISCRIMINATION
The BOARD prohibits harassment and discrimination on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, marital status, military or veteran status, national origin, sex, ancestry, sexual orientation, or past or present physical or mental disability in accordance with Titles VI, VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the
Education Amendments Act of 1973; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973;
the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991; and applicable state laws.
As part of its Bid submission each Consultant shall submit the signed Statement of
Policy attached hereto as Exhibit F confirming the Consultant’s equal opportunity policies.
10.02 BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIREMENTS AND STUDENT SAFETY
The successful Consultant will be required to comply with all applicable laws including, without limitation, the requirements set forth on Exhibit H hereto.
10.03 PROHIBITED INTEREST
No member, officer or employee of the Board, or member of a local public agency having jurisdiction within the Board, during his or her tenure or one year thereafter, shall be permitted to share in, have interest in or benefit from, directly or indirectly, any contract or agreement resulting from this RFP.
EXHIBITS TO THESE INSTRUCTIONS:
Exhibit A: Invitation to Bid
Exhibit B: Scope of the Work
Exhibit C: Bid Proposal Form
Exhibit D: Submission Requirements
Exhibit E: Insurance Requirements
Exhibit F: Statement of Policy re: Equal Opportunity
Exhibit G: Non-collusion Affidavit
Exhibit H: Background Check Requirements and Student Safety
Exhibit A
Invitation to Bid
PUBLIC NOTICE
INVITATION TO BID
WESTON BORARD OF EDUCATION
The Weston Board of Education (“Board”) is issuing an Invitation to Bid for Bid# 27-003
BOE, Weston Middle School Communications and Community Engagement Services.
The RFQ/RFP are accessible on the Board’s website at www.westonps.org
In the event of a conflict between the RFQ/RFP and this Notice, the terms of the
RFQ/RFP shall govern.
All Addenda will be published on the Board’s website referenced above.
The Board reserves the right to amend or withdraw this Request for Qualifications /
Proposals (RFQ/RFP) for any reason, to accept or reject any or all bids, to waive any informalities or non-material deficiencies in any bid submission, to award or not award a contract in connection with this RFQ/RFP, and to award a contract/purchase order to the Consultant as deemed by the Board to be in the best interest of the Board. The Board shall be under no obligation to accept the lowest financial bid if it is deemed in the best interest of the school system.
The Board may make such investigations as it deems necessary to determine the ability of a Consultant to perform the Work. The Consultant shall furnish all information and data for this purpose as the Board may request. The Board reserves the right to reject any bid if evidence submitted by the Consultant or investigation of the Consultant fails to satisfy the Board that the Consultant is properly qualified to carry out the obligations of a contract resulting from this bid. Consultant is also requested to provide an audited statement of the financial conditions of the company.
Responses to the RFQ/RFP should be delivered in a sealed envelope in the manner and clearly marked as described in the RFQ/RFP. All bids must be received by 10:00am on
November 10, 2026. The RFQ/RFP contains a detailed scope of work and important deadlines and other bidding requirements.
Exhibit B
Scope
The selected consultant will provide the following services:
A. Communications Strategy
Review existing project materials, including facilities studies, educational specifications, cost estimates, presentations, and public communications.
Develop a comprehensive communications and community engagement plan, including key messages, target audiences, communication methods, anticipated milestones, and a proposed schedule.
Identify information gaps and recommend ways to improve public understanding of the project.
B. Public Information and Communications
Develop clear, accessible materials explaining the project, alternatives considered, the rationale for the Board’s decision, and relevant educational and facilities needs.
Assist in communicating project costs, financing assumptions, potential state reimbursement, and estimated taxpayer impacts in coordination with Board personnel and other appropriate professionals.
Prepare fact sheets, frequently asked questions, presentations, newsletters, website content, and other informational materials as needed.
Recommend effective use of existing Board communication channels and maintain consistency across public-facing materials.
C. Community Engagement and External Representation
Represent the project at designated public meetings, community forums, and informational sessions.
Serve as a point of contact for project-related public inquiries and coordinate responses with Board administration and appropriate subject-matter experts.
Facilitate public discussions and provide residents with opportunities to ask questions and obtain accurate information.
Track recurring questions, concerns, and feedback and recommend appropriate follow-up communications.
D. Referendum Preparation
Assist the Board in preparing a coordinated package of public information in advance of the referendum.
Develop materials addressing anticipated questions regarding project alternatives, costs, financing, educational needs, and long-term facilities considerations.
Recommend a communications schedule and public engagement activities aligned with anticipated project milestones.
Support consistent, factual, and transparent communication throughout the referendum process, subject to applicable requirements.
Review and Approval: All communications, presentations, public information materials, and other statements prepared or issued by the consultant on behalf of the project shall be submitted to the Board for review and approval before distribution or release. The consultant shall not independently establish Board policy or make commitments on behalf of the Board.
E. Consultant Qualifications
Respondents shall demonstrate relevant experience in the following areas:
Strategic communications, public relations, and community engagement.
Public school construction, municipal facilities, or other significant public-sector capital projects.
Communicating complex educational, facilities, construction, and financial information to the general public.
Serving as an external representative or spokesperson and facilitating public meetings.
Working collaboratively with public agencies, elected officials, administrators, and technical professionals.
Supporting public information efforts associated with a referendum or other public approval process.
Experience in Connecticut municipalities and public school construction projects is desirable.
F. Proposal Submission Requirements
Proposals shall include:
1. Firm Qualifications and Experience: Firm overview, relevant project experience, and at least three references for comparable engagements.
2. Proposed Approach: Understanding of the Weston Middle School project, recommended communications strategy, community engagement approach, and proposed work plan.
3. Work Samples: Examples of relevant communications plans, public information materials, presentations, or community engagement work.
4. Project Team: Identification of proposed personnel and relevant experience.
5. Fee Proposal: Proposed fees, hourly rates, estimated hours by phase or task, reimbursable expenses, optional services, and any assumptions or exclusions.
G. Phased Engagement and Deliverables
The Board anticipates a phased engagement to allow the scope of services to evolve with the project.
Phase 1 – Assessment and Planning
Review existing project materials and communications.
Identify information gaps and community engagement needs.
Develop a communications and community engagement plan, including key messages, proposed activities, schedule, and budget.
Develop short and long-term objectives and timelines.
Phase 2 – Implementation
Develop and coordinate approved public information materials.
Participate in designated public meetings and community engagement activities.
Respond to public inquiries in coordination with the Boar.
Provide periodic reports summarizing activities, recurring questions, feedback, and recommended next steps.
Phase 3 – Referendum Preparation
Prepare and coordinate referendum-related informational materials.
Support public information sessions and question-and-answer activities.
Provide communications support through the referendum process, as authorized.
Respondents shall provide proposed fees and deliverables for each phase. The Board may authorize phases separately based on project needs, performance, and available funding.
No subsequent phase shall proceed without written authorization.
Exhibit C
Bid Proposal Form
Weston Board of Education
Project: Bid# 27-003 BOE
The undersigned hereby proposes and agrees to fully perform the Work for the Project including, in accordance with the RFQ/RFP for the Base Bid amount set forth below.
Proposed Base Fee: _______________
Other Costs:
By its signature below, the undersigned hereby:
1. Agrees and warrants that if selected as contract awardee for the Work, undersigned shall, within 7 days, Saturdays, Sundays and legal holidays excluded, after presentation thereof by the Board, execute a contract in accordance with the terms of this general bid and the Instructions to Consultants;
2. Represents that the undersigned has read and understood the RFQ/RFP, INCLUDING ALL EXHIBITS, which are Exhibit A through Exhibit H, and the
Addenda set forth above;
3. Certifies that, as _______________(Title/Capacity) of the Consultant, all of the information and material included in Consultant’s bid submission is complete, accurate, and true; and
4. Understands the terms and conditions of the RFQ/RFP, and understands that, if any information submitted by or on behalf of the Consultant is found to be incomplete, inaccurate, or false, or if any attempt to mislead the Board is discovered, either during the evaluation or subsequent to any award, the same me may result in the disqualification of the Consultant and/or the immediate termination of the Contract.
Signature ________________________ Date __________________________
Name ____________________________ Title ___________________________
Signed this ____ day of _____________, 2026 by:
Print Name: _______________________, Title_________________
Exhibit D
Submission Contents
Bids should include the following information and documents organized and presented as provided and in the form listed below:
1. Consultant Identity and Contact Information: Provide basic information regarding the identity and contact information of the Consultant. [Use Exhibit D-1]
2. Consultant’s History and General Qualifications: Provide a general statement of the
Consultant’s history and qualifications for the Project. [Use Exhibit D-2]
3. References: Provide references and the other information for at least three projects the Consultant has completed or is currently working on for educational institutions
(preferably located in Connecticut) which projects are similar in character and scope to the Project. [Use Exhibit D-3] By submission of a proposal in response to the RFP, each Consultant authorizes the Board to contact the Consultant’s disclosed references regarding the services performed by the Consultant in each case.
4. Litigation: Descriptions of all pending and threatened litigation or arbitration in which the Consultant is named as a party as well as any judgments entered against the Consultant during the last five years. [Use Exhibit D-4]
5. Along with the information to be provided above, the Consultant shall submit the following:
● Fully completed Bid Proposal Form [Use Exhibit C]
● Completed and Executed Non-Collusion Affidavit [Use Exhibit G]
● If applicable, a list of the names and addresses of proposed subcontractors that will perform any part of the Work for the Project on behalf of the
Consultant. The Board reserves the right to reject any or all proposed subcontractors. The Board hereby reserves the right to allow a Consultant whose subcontractor or subcontractors are rejected hereunder, to re-submit a Bid with subcontractors acceptable to the Board.
Exhibit D-1
CONSULTANT IDENTITY
Consultant to provide the following:
Name and Address of Consultant:_______________________________________
Designated Representative:
- Name: _______________________________________
- Phone Number: ________________________________
- Email address: _________________________________
Exhibit D-2
HISTORY AND QUALIFICATIONS
Consultant provide the following:
A brief history of the firm
Qualifications
Staff proposed for the work along with resumes
A list of similar work for which the company has provided in the last five years – include a list of school districts for which the firm has completed similar feasibility studies
Exhibit D-3
REFERENCE CHECK
Please provide three (3) references:
1. ___________________________________________
Name
Contact Person
Telephone Number
Period of Contract
Type of Services Provided to Reference
2. ___________________________________________ Name
Contact Person
Telephone Number
Period of Contract
Type of Services Provided to Reference
3. ___________________________________________ Name
Contact Person
Telephone Number
Period of Contract
Type of Services Provided to Reference
Exhibit D-4
PENDING OR THREATENED LITIGATION
For cases pending, please provide the following information for each matter:
1. Parties (suing or being sued)
2. Docket Number and Court
3. Brief Description and Status
JUDGMENTS
Please provide the following information for each matter:
1. Parties (suing or being sued)
2. Docket Number and Court
3. Brief Description and Amount of Judgment
(Attach additional sheets, if necessary.)
Exhibit E
Insurance Requirements
The successful Consultant (referred to as the “Contractor/ “Vendor” on this Exhibit E) shall purchase from and maintain in a company or companies with an A.M. Best rating of A- (VII) or better, the insurance described below:
1. Workers’ Compensation. The contractor shall provide workers compensation insurance required by law with employers liability limits for at least the amounts of liability for bodily injury by accident of $ 500,000 each accident and bodily injury by disease of $500,000 including a waiver of subrogation.
2. Commercial General Liability Insurance. The contractor shall provide commercial general liability insurance policy with an edition date of 1986 or later including products and completed operations. Limits should be at least: Bodily injury & property damage with an occurrence limit of $1,000,000: Personal & advertising injury limit of $1,000,000 per occurrence: General aggregate limit of $2,000,000 (other than products and completed operations): Products and completed operations aggregate limit of $2,000,000.
The policy shall name the Town of Weston and the Weston Board of Education as an additional insured and include ISO Form CG 2010 (07/04) and CG 2037
(07/04).
Such coverage will be provided on an occurrence basis and will be primary and shall not contribute in any way to any insurance or self-insured retention carried by the Town.
The policy shall contain a waiver of liability in favor of the Town.
Such coverage shall contain a broad form contractual liability endorsement or wording within the policy form.
A per project aggregate limit of liability endorsement shall apply for any construction contract.
Deductible and self-insured retentions shall be declared and are subject to the approval of the Town.
3. Commercial Automobile Insurance. The contractor shall provide commercial automobile insurance for any owned autos (symbol 1 or equivalent) in the amount of
$1,000,000 each accident covering bodily injury and property damage on a combined single limit basis. Such coverage shall also include hired and non-owned automobile coverage.
4. Umbrella Liability Insurance. The contractor shall provide an umbrella liability policy in excess (without restriction or limitation) of those limits described in items (A) through (C). Such policy shall contain limits of liability in the amount of $5,000,000 each occurrence and $5,000,000 in the aggregate.
Unless otherwise provided above, the foregoing insurance shall be in effect no later than the date of execution of the Contract and shall continue in effect until three years after substantial completion of the Project. The insurer(s) and/or their authorized agents shall provide the Board certificates of insurance prior to execution of the Contract. The insurer shall give 30 days notice of cancellation or non-renewal.
Exhibit F
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Regional School District No. 12 is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation because of age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex (including transgender status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or civil union status), pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed service member status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.
STATEMENT OF POLICY
It is the employment policy of _____________________________[Name of Consultant] that there shall be no discrimination against anyone on the grounds of age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex (including transgender status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or civil union status), pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed service member status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws in the hiring, upgrading, demotions, recruitment, termination and selections for training.
Name of
Consultant:__________________________
By:
Date: Name:
Title:
Telephone Number Street Address
Email City/State
Exhibit G
STATEMENT ON NON-COLLUSION AND OTHER PRACTICES
The undersigned hereby declares to the Weston Board of Education (“Board”) that:
1. This Bid Submission is made without any connection with any other person or entity making any proposal for the same services, that it has been prepared and submitted in good faith, that it is in all respects fair and without collusion or fraud and that no person acting for or employed by the Board is directly or indirectly interested in the proposal or in the services to which it relates, or in any portion of the profits therefrom.
2. Consultant hereby declares that the only persons participating in the Bid as
Principals are named in its Bid Submission and that no person other than those mentioned in its
Bid Submission has any participation in the Bid or in any contract to be entered into with respect thereto. Additional persons may subsequently be included as participating Principals, but only if acceptable to the Board.
3. The Consultant’s Bid Submission is genuine and is not made in the interest of or on behalf of any undisclosed individual or entity and is not submitted in conformity with any collusive agreement or rules of any group, association, organization, or corporation.
4. Consultant has disclosed to the Board, in writing, any and all Principal(s) of
Consultant who are members or employees of the Board, or the immediate relative of Board members or employees. For purposes of the above, “immediate relative” means a spouse, parent, stepparent, brother, sister, child, stepchild, direct-line aunt or uncle, grandparent, grandchild, and in-laws by reason of relation.
5. Consultant has not directly or indirectly induced or solicited any other prospective
Consultants to submit a false or sham Bid.
6. Consultant has not solicited or induced any individual or entity to refrain from submitting a Bid.
7. Consultant has not engaged in corrupt, fraudulent, collusive, or coercive practices in competing for the Contract. For the purposes of this paragraph:
A. “corrupt practice” means the offering, giving, receiving, or soliciting of anything of value likely to influence the action of the procurement process, except as otherwise disclosed to the Board in writing;
B. “fraudulent practice” means an intentional misrepresentation of facts made (a) to influence the procurement process to the detriment of the Board, (b) to establish proposal prices at artificial non-competitive levels, or (c) to deprive the Board of the benefits of free and open competition;
C. “collusive practice” means a scheme or arrangement between two or more
Consultants, with or without the knowledge of the Board, a purpose of which is to establish proposal prices at artificial, non-competitive levels; and
D. “coercive practice” means harming or threatening to harm, directly or indirectly, persons or their property to influence their participation in the procurement process or affect the Contract.
Consultant’s Name
By: _______________________________
Name:
Its:
Date:
STATE OF CONNECTICUT )
) ss.:
COUNTY OF )
Subscribed and Sworn to before me on this _____day of___________, 2026.
Notary Public
Exhibit H
Background Check Requirements:
If awarded the contract/purchase order, Contractor/Vendor shall comply with all applicable
Legal Requirements including, without limitation, Connecticut General Statutes Section 10-222c, as applicable. Contractor will be responsible for fulfilling the fingerprinting requirements, background check requirements, and drug alcohol testing requirements pursuant to State
Department of Education, and Board policies
If awarded the Contract for this Project, the Contractor will be required to warrant to the Board that the Contractor will not assign any portion of the Work to be performed on the Project to any individual (whether an employee, independent contractor, agent or otherwise) unless the
Contractor has completed a background check on such individual in compliance with the
Contract requirements and the Contractor deems the individual suitable to perform Work on school property in the presence of students.
The background check must minimally include state and federal criminal arrest information, a check of the national and state sex offender registries and a social security number verification.
Under no circumstances will the Contractor permit any individual to perform Work if such individual (i) was convicted of a crime involving sex, violence or larceny; or (ii) does not have the legal right to work in the United States.
Prior to any individual entering upon school property, the Contractor shall provide to the Board list of the individuals that will be performing Work on the Project along with letter(s) of confirmation signed by the Contractor that the Contractor has complied with the foregoing obligations as to such individuals and the Contractor deems the individuals suitable to perform
Work on school property in the presence of students.
The Contractor shall immediately remove any individual performing Work on the Project from school property and from the Project if it becomes known to the Contractor that such person may be a danger to the health or safety of the school community or its students, or at the request of the Board, in its sole discretion.
All fees associated with these background checks shall be the responsibility of the Contractor.
The Contract shall provide also provide that the Contractor shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless the Board and all of its employees, agents and/or assigns for any claims, suits or proceedings resulting from a breach of the Contractor’s foregoing warranty and/or that are caused in whole or in part by the actions or omissions of the Contractor, its employees, or other persons that the Contractor causes to be on school property.
Student Contact Prohibited: The scope of the Work does not, and will not under any circumstances, require any student contact. The Contractor, its subcontractors, and their respective employees, agents and representatives are hereby prohibited from making any verbal, physical, telephonic or electronic contact of any kind with any student or any other minor person on school property, without limitation, whether inside or outside of any school facility. The
Contractor shall immediately remove any individual performing Work from school property if it becomes known to the Contractor that such person may be a danger to the health or safety of the school community or its students, or at the request of the Board, in its sole discretion. The
Contractor shall include, and shall require its subcontractors to include, this section in all subcontracts applicable.
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