HOLD_for_prevailing_wage.docx

This is a prevailing wage hold document related to the City of Meriden, Connecticut's air duct cleaning contract opportunity (B027-09). The document indicates that prevailing wage requirements are being held pending finalization or clarification, suggesting that wage determinations will apply to this project. The contract scope involves professional HVAC air distribution system cleaning services across multiple City facilities, including the Police Station and Fire Stations 1-6, with the objective of removing accumulated dust, debris, and contaminants to improve indoor air quality and system efficiency. The contractor must provide all labor, equipment, materials, supervision, transportation, and incidentals necessary to complete the work while minimizing operational disruption at these critical public safety facilities.

The prevailing wage hold status indicates that this contract will likely be subject to Connecticut prevailing wage requirements, which will establish minimum compensation standards for workers on this public project. The specific wage rates, pricing terms, contract duration, and other financial details are pending confirmation through the prevailing wage determination process. Bidders should anticipate that prevailing wage compliance will be a mandatory requirement for contract performance at the City's police and fire stations.