GL 2027-06-WTML Site Improvements- Zoom Instructions.pdf

This file contains Zoom meeting instructions for the online bid opening conducted by the Town of Glastonbury, Connecticut for contract GL-2027-06, Welles Turner Memorial Library Site Improvements. The project involves site improvements including adjustments to the rear access drive, alterations to pedestrian walkways around the rear entrance, and installation of a traffic island at the library. Work scope encompasses clearing and grubbing, earth excavation, concrete sidewalk removal and installation, bituminous concrete patching, granite and bituminous curbing, topsoil and planting, turf establishment, sediment control systems, utility conduit installation, and manhole reset. The base bid specifies a colored stamped concrete island, with a bid alternate for granite pavers on a reinforced concrete base. Bids are due August 27, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time through the Town's e-Procurement portal. No bidder's conference or questions period is scheduled. Contract performance is specified at 21 calendar days from Notice to Proceed, with work conducted Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The project will increase parking capacity from 65 to 74 spaces while maintaining ADA compliance.

Each bid must be accompanied by a bid bond of at least 10% of the base bid amount. The successful contractor must provide 100% performance and labor and material payment bonds prior to purchase order issuance. Bidders must submit three references from similar completed projects, disclose any litigation or mediation within five years, and carry minimum insurance coverage of $1,000,000 general liability and $1,000,000 automobile liability per occurrence. Liquidated damages are assessed at $750 per calendar day for delays. Award will be made to the lowest qualified, responsible, and responsive bidder. The estimated contract value is not disclosed in the solicitation documents. Inquiries regarding the project should be directed to Nicole Melquist, Procurement Officer, at 860-652-7588 or Nicole.Melquist@glastonbury-ct.gov.