ITB - 217002197_Jul_20_26_solicitation_doc.pdf

This is an Invitation to Bid (ITB) document issued by the University of Connecticut Health Center for the Retail Pharmacy and Nursing Education Relocation project (ITB-217002197). The project encompasses the relocation of existing Nurse Education from suite LM079 to suite TM112 and the renovation of the vacated LM079 space to accommodate a new retail pharmacy operation. Retail pharmacy renovation work includes installation of a new check-in counter, vaccine alcove, doors, sink, and upgrades to mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and security systems. The nursing education relocation to TM112 includes associated mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and security upgrades. The solicitation opened on June 15, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. EDT, with a vendor question-and-answer period extending through June 26, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. EDT. Bids are due on July 20, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. EDT. Award will be made to the lowest responsible qualified bidder within 90 days of bid opening. The contract term is not specified in the available documentation.

All bidders must submit a completed Contractor Qualification Statement demonstrating capacity to perform similar projects within the past five years. For projects valued at $500,000 or greater, contractors must obtain Pre-Qualified Status from the Department of Administrative Services and UConn Health prior to bid submission. Bid security equal to 10 percent of the bid amount is required for projects exceeding $20,000, and the successful contractor must execute a Performance Bond and Labor & Material Payment Bond, each equal to 100 percent of the contract price, within five days of award. Connecticut citizens and residents of the local labor market area receive preference in hiring under Connecticut General Statutes Sections 31-52 and 31-52a. Prevailing wage rates under Connecticut General Statutes Section 31-53 apply, with annual adjustment effective July 1st. Projects estimated to cost more than $50,000 require an approved Affirmative Action Plan from the Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities, with a 2 percent monthly holdback until compliance is demonstrated. All subcontractor names and prices for trades expected to exceed $25,000 must be included in bid documents. Bids must remain firm for 180 days from the due date. Inquiries should be directed to Kenny Leung at 860-679-8174 or kleung@uchc.edu.