BID_FORM.docx

This is a bid form for the City of Bridgeport, Connecticut's Columbus School Front Entrance Masonry Work project. The project involves comprehensive masonry renovation work at Columbus School located at 275 George Street in Bridgeport, including demolition of existing front stairs, platforms, and walkway sections, followed by installation of new precast steps, cast-in-place platforms, and sidewalks. All work must be completed during the summer break period from June 23 through August 10, 2026. Electronic bid submissions are due by 2:00 pm on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 (with one reference noting Wednesday, February 25, 2026) through the City's OpenGov Procurement Portal. Questions must be submitted by 2:00 pm on Friday, February 13, 2026. Bidders must submit a lump sum price for the base masonry work, pricing for an alternate handrail replacement option, a lead time estimate for material procurement and delivery, and a tentative work schedule. Bidders must be established masonry firms with a minimum of five years of experience and possess appropriate licensing and trained personnel.

The bid form requires contractors to include all costs associated with project completion, including permits, bonds, equipment, warranty, freight, labor, installation, and related materials in their lump sum bid. Connecticut prevailing wage rates apply if the total bid exceeds $100,000. For bids exceeding $50,000, a ten percent bid bond or certified check is mandatory, with performance and payment bonds required at 100% contract value. Contractors must maintain valid SAM, DUNS, Connecticut, and Federal Tax ID numbers. Insurance requirements include Workers' Compensation, Commercial General Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence), Automobile Liability ($1,000,000), and Umbrella/Excess Liability ($5,000,000). The procurement includes provisions for Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) and City Based Businesses (CBBs). All sub-contractors must be identified with their labor rates submitted with the bid. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids and is not responsible for bid preparation costs.