ITB HR-2025-04 - 14 Valley Rd Interior and Exterior Repairs Revised Dates.pdf

INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

Mail or deliver this entire completed bid package in a sealed envelope to be received no later than 2:00 PM September 16, 2026.

DELIVER TO: Town of Groton

Planning Department Attn: Lauren Post 134 Groton Long Point Road Groton, CT 06340

To be noted on the outside of the envelope:

DO NOT OPEN UNTIL 2:00 PM September 16, 2026.

Project ID: #HR-2025-04 Nancy Osella 14 Valley Rd.

Groton, CT 06340

Mandatory Pre-Bid Conference 10:30 AM September 2, 2026

14 Valley Rd. Groton, CT 06340

NOTE: CONTRACTOR IS TO SUBMIT THE ENTIRE BID PACKAGE AND ANY

ADDENDUM ISSUED. ALL BIDS MUST BE FILLED IN COMPLETELY. IT IS

SUGGESTED THAT THE CONTRACTOR RETAIN A COPY OF THE ENTIRE BID

PACKAGE.

ALL BIDS SHALL REMAIN IN EFFECT FOR FORTY–FIVE (45) CALENDAR DAYS

AFTER THE RECEIPT OF BIDS.

CONTRACTOR’S BUSINESS NAME: ____________________________________

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/ EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

WBE/ SBE/ MBE & SECTION 3 DESIGNATED BUSINESSES

ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

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Owner name: Nancy Osella Address: 14 Valley Rd.

Project: #HR-2025-04

SECTION ONE: GENERAL CONDITIONS

1. The Contractor and Owner agree that all services offered by the Town of Groton (hereinafter referred to as the "Town"), acting through its Office of Planning and Development Services Program Manager (hereinafter referred to as the "Program Manager"), which may affect the Contractor, Owner and/or Project, are offered to facilitate the Project implementation and applicable program compliance. In consideration of the Contractor’s and Owner’s acceptance of such services offered by the Town, the Contractor and Owner jointly and severally hereby agree to indemnify, defend, save and hold harmless the Town, the Program Manager, and their insurers, officers, inspectors, contractors, agents, employees, heirs, successor and assigns from and against any and all claims, damages, liabilities, losses, expenses, judgments or deficiencies of any nature whatsoever, whether arising in contractor, tort or otherwise, (including, without limitation, reasonable attorney's fees and other costs and expenses incident to any suit, action or proceeding) (collectively “Claims”) which shall relate to, arise out of or result from the project, including but not limitation to the Town’s or Program Manager’s actions performed in good faith of services pursuant to the housing rehabilitation program. The Contractor and Owner agree that the Town and the Program Manager shall not be liable to the Contractor or Owner, or their respective heirs, successors or assigns, for any act performed within the duties and scope of its authority under this program, nor for any Claims, negligent or willful acts or omissions, breach of contract or duty, violation of applicable law by or of Contractor, Owner or any of their respective members, managers, officers, representatives, insurers, contractors, subcontractors, agents, heirs, successor or assigns, or any damages or injuries to persons or property, including death or disease, relating to the project.

2. The Contractor, unless otherwise specified, shall provide all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and related items, and pay all necessary taxes, fees, and permits necessary to complete all work as detailed on the attached scope of work.

3. All work performed by Contractor in connection with the project shall be in compliance with all applicable Federal, State and local laws, statutes, rules, regulations, ordinances and codes. Before commencing work, contractors and/or subcontractors shall obtain all necessary permits.

4. The Contractor certifies that he has familiarized himself with the requirements of the specifications and plans and understands the extent and character of the work to be done, and inspected the premises and given his full attention to any and all areas with which he might become specifically involved. He must familiarize himself with all conditions relating to and affecting his work and bid.

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5. The selected Contractor must, prior to contract signing, supply the Program Manager and the Owner with the original certificates of insurance for general liability, auto liability, and worker’s compensation, as applicable. General liability insurance shall be a broad form contractual endorsement with minimum limits of one million ($1,000,000.00) dollars per occurrence for bodily injury and five hundred thousand ($500,000.00) dollars per occurrence for property damage. Auto Liability insurance shall cover hired and non-hired autos in accordance with State law. Workers’ Compensation Insurance shall have a minimum limit of one hundred thousand ($100,000.00) dollars for each accident. The Contractor shall indemnify and save harmless the Owner, the Town, and the Program Manager under these policies. The contractor shall name the Owner and the Town, as additional insured as their interests may appear on the General Liability Insurance.

6. The Owner may cancel this contract by written notice and not be liable to the Contractor or the Town at any time prior to midnight on the third business day after the Owner executes the contract in accordance with Chapter 740 of the Connecticut General Statutes.

Should the Owner opt to cancel they must sign and send the attached cancellation notice, see Attachment A, to the Contractor, otherwise the Owner shall issue a Notice to proceed authorizing the contractor to commence with the proposed improvements. Should the Notice to Proceed not be issued prior to 10 consecutive calendar days from the date of the expiration date of the right to cancel then the Contract will become null and void.

7. The Contractor shall commence work under this contract prior to __________ and complete the work by __________________, subject to modification in any mutually, pre-approved Change Order, if any.

8. All materials shall be new and of acceptable quality to what is specified. The property Owner shall select all colors for materials. All work performed, and materials utilized must be performed and installed in accordance with the applicable manufacturer’s latest instructions and specifications. If there is a conflict between the specifications and manufacturer’s installation instruction, the manufacturer’s installation instructions shall prevail.

9. All work shall be neat and accurate and done in a manner in accordance with customary trade practices.

10. All manufacturers’ warranties are to be extended to the property Owner free and clear of all liens.

11. The Contractor shall provide a written warranty and guarantee for labor and materials for a one (1) year period from the date of the Certificate of Completion. This guarantee shall be in addition to and not in limitation of, in lieu of, or modify any other guarantee that is due the property Owner from any manufacturer. See enclosed sample letter of warranty and guarantee.

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12. The Contractor shall repair or replace all work, materials, and equipment which are found to be defective during the construction and guarantee period. Repair shall include any damage to surrounding work caused by the failure and/or necessary for the repair or replacement of the defect. All repairs and replacements shall be performed at no additional expense to the Owner and shall be completed prior to final payment.

13. The Contractor shall be responsible and take all necessary measures and precautions to protect and safe keeping of the surroundings from damage occurring due to the performance of their work. If such damage occurs, it will be repaired by the Contractor at no cost to the Owner. All on-site maintenance relating to the performance of the work shall be the responsibility of the Contractor until the Certificate of Completion is issued.

The project shall be maintained in a habitable and safe condition daily if the project is to remain occupied.

14. The Contractor shall be responsible to remove and lawfully dispose of all debris resulting from his work in accordance applicable laws and regulations unless otherwise specified.

15. The Contractor shall reinstall any accessories removed while performing the work.

16. No changes shall be made to the contracts scope of work by either the Owner or Contractor without the written consent of the Program Manager. Any approved change in the scope of work will not commence until a written change order is processed and fully executed by the property Owner, Contractor, and the Program Manager. Any work performed without a fully executed change order may not be eligible for payment.

17. Payments will be made only for work completed, inspected, and approved by the Town’s authorized inspectors, the Program Manager, and the Owner. The Contractor’s request shall be in the form of an itemized bill, made to the Owner, for the portion of work completed to date. No payment will be made for materials stored on site. Payment requests shall be accompanied by a fully executed Lien Waiver, on a form provided by the Program Manager or other documentation, satisfactory to the Program Manager and Owner. The Contractor shall be responsible for obtaining the Owner's signature and presenting it to the Program Manager for final payment processing.

18. Working hours shall be Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Unless otherwise agreed to by the Owner. The Owner shall be responsible to make the property available to the Contractor during these hours. If the Owner is not available during these hours, they shall appoint someone to be there as their representative.

19. If the Contractor is delayed at any time in the progress of the work by any act or neglect of the Owner, or by changes ordered in the work or by labor disputes, fire, unusual delay in delivery of materials, transportation, adverse weather conditions not reasonably

Section 1 Page 4 anticipatable, unavoidable casualties, or any causes beyond the Contractor's control, or by delay authorized by the Owner pending dispute resolution or by any other cause which justifies the delay, the contract time shall be extended by Change Order for such reasonable time as may be agreed upon by all parties. It shall be the responsibility of the Contractor to request and document in writing the reasons for such extensions within three (3) calendar days of the occurrence.

20. If, through any cause, the Contractor shall fail to fulfill in a timely and proper manner his obligations under this Contract, or if the Contractor shall violate any of the covenants, agreements, or stipulations of this Contract, or if the Contractor does not commence or pursue the work as hereinafter stated within the contract period, then the Owner shall have the right to terminate this agreement and to hire a successor Contractor to perform the remaining work. Any such termination shall be by certified mail to the Contractor to the address noted in this agreement and shall be effective as of the date of mailing.

21. In the event of termination payments by the Owner to the original contractor and successor contractor shall be as follows:

The successor Contractor shall first be paid and then the terminated Contractor. Payments to the terminated Contractor shall be limited to those funds remaining after payment to the successor Contractor but shall not exceed the value of the work performed by the terminated Contractor. Should the total cost for work performed by the successor contractor under this contract exceed the amount stated in this agreement due to the Contractors termination, then the Owner shall have a cause of action against the terminated Contractor for any such additional cost.

22. All claims or disputes between the Owner and Contractor arising out of or related to the work shall be resolved by the Program Manager. It is understood and agreed by the parties hereto that neither party will institute any form of legal action, including, but not limited to, attaching the assets of the other party, unless and until it has made a good faith attempt to have the dispute resolved in accordance with the provisions of this Section.

Noncompliance with the condition’s precedent constitutes a waiver of the right to assert said claim. The Program Manager's decision regarding the resolution of such claims or disputes shall be final and binding for the purposes of program fund disbursement.

23. The Contractor will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual preference, national origin, or mental or physical disability during the performance of this agreement. The Contractor will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during employment, in all employment practices such as the following: employment, upgrading, demotion or transfer, recruitment, advertising, layoff or termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual preference, national origin

Section 1 Page 5 or mental or physical disability. This provision will be inserted in all subcontracts for work covered by this agreement.

24. In the event of the Contractor's noncompliance with this equal opportunity clause or with any of the said rules, regulations, or orders, this contract may be canceled, terminated, or suspended in whole or in part and the Contractor may be declared ineligible for further contracts in accordance with procedures authorized in Presidential Executive Order 11246, or by rule, regulations, or order of the Secretary of Labor or as provided by law.

25. The following applies to all contracts of $10,000.00 or more: SECTION 402 VETERANS OF

THE VIETNAM ERA. AFFIRMATIVE ACTION FOR DISABLED VETERANS AND VETERANS OF THE

VIETNAM ERA. The Contractor will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because he or she is a disabled veteran of the Vietnam era in regard to any position for which the employee or applicant for employment is qualified. The Contractor agrees to take affirmative action to employ, advance in employment and otherwise treat qualified disabled veterans and veterans of the Vietnam era without discrimination based upon their disability or veteran status in all employment practices such as the following:

employment upgrading, demotion or transfer, recruitment, advertising, layoff or termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship. The premises herein shall be occupied during the course of the construction work.

26. No officer, employee or member of the Governing Body of the Town shall have any financial interest, direct or indirect, in this contract or the proceeds of any loan made in connection with the project.

27. The Owner and/or the Program Manager retains the right to reject any or all bids or any part of any bid in part or in whole if deemed to be in the best interest of the Owner and/or Town.

28. Substitutions of materials from that specified are only allowed on an approved/equal basis.

The Contractor must submit written documentation of the substitute item or material for approval by the Owner and Program Manager prior to making such substitution. Any items or material substituted by the Contractor without prior written approval of the Owner and the Program Manager will at Contractor's expense be replaced if it is determined not to be equal to the item or material specified. Any surrounding, adjoining, or dependent items affected by replacement of unequal substituted material shall also be replaced, reworked, and reinstalled at no cost to the Owner.

29. Bids shall contain prices for general categories of work and/or items as specified on the attached sheets. In the event of a discrepancy between prices listed in the specifications and those on the cost summary sheet, the prices listed on the specification for that section shall prevail. In the case of a mathematical error by the Contractor, the correct sum of the

Section 1 Page 6 individual line items in the specifications (not in the cost summary) shall be the Contractor's bid.

30. All bids shall remain in effect for forty-five (45) calendar days.

31. The Owner will supply all necessary power required by the Contractor at no additional cost to complete his work. Power shall be limited to the use of existing outlets and shall not exceed the existing capacity of the system. Power required over the capacity of the existing electrical system shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. Heating during construction shall be supplied by the owner.

32. OTHER PROVISIONS - LEAD BASED PAINT

A. Any and all rehabilitation work under this Agreement will comply with the requirements of the Federal Lead-Based Paint Poisoning Prevention Act (42 U.S.C. 4831) which prohibits the use of lead-based paint in residential structures constructed or rehabilitated with Federal Assistance in any form.

B. The construction or rehabilitation of residential structures with assistance provided under this contract is subject to the final regulations "Requirements for Notification, Evaluation and Reduction of Lead-Based Paint Hazards in Federally owned Residential Property and Housing Receiving Federal Assistance". The regulation is at 24 CFR Part 35. It implements sections 1012 and 1013 of the Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act of 1992, Title X, of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1992. Sections 1012 and 1013 amend the Lead-Based Paint Poisoning Prevention Act of 1971.

C. Provided, however, that the Owner shall have sole responsibility for assuring that his property conforms to the Lead-Based Paint Removal Requirements and the Town shall not assume any liability whatsoever as a result of identifying volatile levels of Lead-Based Paint or its removal except insofar as to comply with applicable environmental regulations.

PUBLIC LAW 91-695 "LEAD-BASED PAINT POISONING PREVENTION ACT"

The Contractor shall adhere strictly to the provisions of the "Lead-Based Paint Poisoning

Prevention Act". Specifically, the Contractor will not utilize lead-based paint as a finish or undercoat or any other use in or out of residential dwellings funded in whole and/or part by the Federal Government. 34.

33. The specifications and drawings, if any, are complimentary. Work described in the specifications does not necessarily have to appear on the drawings, nor does work described on the drawings necessarily have to appear in the specifications. The Contractor is responsible for estimating all work whether described in the specifications, the drawings, or both. If there is a discrepancy between the drawings and the specifications, the

Section 1 Page 7 specifications shall prevail. All work, whether described in the specifications, or the drawings is to be included in the bid summary sheet by appropriate line item. The contract will only be awarded to general Contractor’s bidding on ALL line items.

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Owner: Nancy Osella

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SECTION TWO: GENERAL CONSTRUCTION NOTES

1. The Contractor, in performing and coordinating the work, shall to the extent that is safe and reasonably practicable, utilize its best efforts to allow the Owner to continuing using and residing in the premises in the ordinary course during the construction period.

2. It is the Owner's intention occupy the dwelling during the entire construction project.

The Contractor shall coordinate with the Owner in all construction operations to minimize conflict and to facilitate the Owner's usage of the dwelling, parking, and access to the building. Working hours are Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM unless otherwise agreed to by the Owner.

3. The Contractor shall maintain containment within the work area when performing lead-based paint reduction activities as required in accordance with applicable law and prevailing industry practices, until such time as clearance is received.

4. The Contractor shall coordinate any and all short-term interruptions or shutdowns with the Owner prior to commencing the project.

5. The Contractor shall take every precaution to ensure the safety of the occupant(s) during all phases of construction. The Contractor shall to the greatest extent reasonable maintain at least one entry and exit point for access to and from the interior of the Premises, and shall coordinate all restrictions and closures with Owner.

6. The Contractor shall be responsible for protecting the dwelling and contents from weather and/or physical damage during construction. The Contractor shall be responsible for any damage caused to all buildings and improvements and/or contents therein caused by lack of said protection at no additional cost to the Owner.

7. The Contractor, at Contractor’s cost and expense, will be responsible for the movement of the Owner’s furnishings as required to facilitate the proposed work. The Owner is responsible for the movement and safekeeping any other personal property.

8. The Contractor shall assume full responsibility for the protection and safekeeping of Contractor’s work, supplies, tools, equipment, materials and products under this Contract stored on the site. The Contractor shall move any stored supplies, tools, equipment, materials and products under the Contractor's control which interfere with operations of the Owner.

9. Contractor shall protect all plants, shrubs, and lawn areas from damage and debris, and shall repair and/or replace all damage to existing landscaping at no additional cost to

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Project Meetings

1. The Contractor, once selected, shall attend a contract signing and pre-construction meeting as scheduled by the Owner and the Program Manager.

2. The Contractor shall attend periodic job meetings during the course of construction, on-site, as required.

Product and Execution

1. In connection with the project, the Contractor shall only utilize employees and/or subcontractors who are professional, experienced, competent and, to the extend applicable, duly licensed, to perform the work assigned to them. The Contractor shall ensure such employees and subcontractors are properly supervised at all times during the project, and shall be responsible for all of their acts and omissions.

2. Contractor shall verify critical dimensions, operations, and functions in the field before ordering or fabricating items which must fit adjoining construction. The Contractor shall verify all existing conditions and dimensions prior to the work. Any and all discrepancies shall be reported to the Owner and the Program Manager prior to ordering any materials or performing the work.

3. The Contractor shall follow manufacturer’s instructions for assembly, installation, and product adjustment. In the event of conflicting specifications, the specifications of the manufacturer shall prevail.

4. The Contractor shall notify the Owner and the Program Manager in writing, within 24 hours of discovery, in the event it claims any unforeseen circumstances beyond the control and without the fault or negligence of Contractor has been encountered which will delay the project or increase its cost. Weather conditions shall not be deemed an unforeseen circumstance unless extraordinary. Promptly following such notice, the Program Manager shall determine whether or not the event constitutes an unforeseen condition. If the work is deemed additional or extra by the Program Manager, then a change order will be negotiated, executed, and authorized by the Contractor, Owner, and the Program Manager prior to the commencement of the work. Any work performed prior to the execution of a change order may not be considered for payment.

5. The specifications do not attempt to detail every task and procedure required to perform the work in full. The Contractor shall perform the work as required to complete the work in a professional manner using prevailing trade and work practices

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Removal of Debris and Site Maintenance

1. The Contractor shall be responsible for the cost of trash containers and the removal and lawful disposal of said debris off-site as required.

2. The Contractor shall coordinate with the Owner for the placement of trash containers if necessary prior to the start of the proposed work.

3. The Contractor shall be responsible for the daily clean-up, safeguarding, protection, and maintenance of the site. All debris, construction materials, scrap, rubbish, etc., shall be placed in a trash container or dumpster on a daily basis. Sidewalks, driveways, and pedestrian ways shall be clean and free of debris at the end of each day.

4. The Owner shall not place anything in the dumpster without prior approval from the Contractor.

Material Delivery, Storage and Handling

1. The Contractor shall determine and comply with manufacturer’s recommendations on product handling, storage, installation, and protection.

2. Products shall be delivered to the job site in their manufacturers’ original containers, with labels intact and legible. Do not deliver materials to the job site until they can be properly protected.

3. Maintain packaged materials with seals unbroken and labels intact until time of use.

4. The Owner and/or Program Manager may reject materials and products which do not bear identification satisfactory to the Owner or Program Manager.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

ELECTRICAL

General

a) All work under this section shall be governed by the Contract Documents.

b) The Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, tools, permits, inspections, taxes, and fees necessary to complete the work described herein.

c) All materials and equipment shall be UL listed and installed in accordance with manufacturer specifications and applicable codes.

d) All newly installed fixtures shall be ENERGY STAR® rated, where applicable.

Intent of Work The intent of the proposed work includes but is not limited to the following:

a) Install and hardwire a combination smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) detector in the basement in compliance with IRC Sections R314 and R315 and all applicable state and local codes.

b) Upgrade all kitchen and bathroom receptacles to provide Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection.

Installation Requirements Smoke/CO Detectors

1. Provide and install one (1) hardwired combination smoke and CO detector in the basement.

2. Ensure proper wiring, grounding, interconnection (if required), and functionality.

3. Test unit upon installation to confirm proper operation.

GFCI Receptacles

1. Remove existing receptacles in kitchen and bathroom locations as required.

2. Install new GFCI receptacles in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC).

3. Verify proper grounding, polarity, and functionality of all installed devices.

Device Covers and Plates

1. Ensure all electrical boxes have appropriate and secure cover plates.

2. Provide and install one (1) new plastic switch plate in the rear bedroom.

Cost $____________________

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WINDOWS

General Work in this section shall be governed by the Contract Documents. Contractor shall provide all materials, labor, equipment, and services necessary to complete the replacement as specified.

Intent of Work The intent of the proposed work includes but not limited to the following:

1. Remove and replace the living room bay window with two (2) double-hung units and one (1) fixed unit in the center.

Window Features

a) Windows shall be ENERGY STAR® certified.

b) Windows shall be double-pane insulated glass units with Low-E coating.

c) Window configuration shall consist of two (2) operable double-hung units and one (1) fixed center unit forming a bay window assembly.

Installation

a) Remove existing bay window assembly and dispose of materials in accordance with applicable regulations.

b) Install new window assembly plumb, level, and square in the existing opening.

c) Insulate gaps between window framing and rough opening using fiberglass insulation or low-expansion spray foam.

d) Seal all exterior joints with appropriate exterior-grade sealant to provide a weather-tight installation.

e) Repair and finish all interior and exterior surfaces disturbed by installation to match adjacent existing conditions.

CARPENTRY

General

a) All work under this section shall be governed by the Contract Documents.

b) The Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, tools, and services necessary to complete the work described herein, and as required by existing site conditions.

c) All work shall be performed in a neat and workmanlike manner and in accordance with applicable codes and industry standards.

Intent of Work The intent of the proposed work includes but not limited to the following:

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a) Repair the side deck guardrail and handrail; replace any deteriorated or rotted stair components.

b) Repair or replace loose front entrance handrail.

c) Repair and insulate a damaged ceiling section in the rear west bedroom.

d) Remove and properly repair the chimney/vent opening from a former woodstove in the three-season room.

Installation Deck and Stairs

1. Inspect the side deck and stair assembly for structural integrity.

2. Remove and dispose of all rotted, damaged, or structurally unsound wood components.

3. Provide and install new pressure-treated lumber to match existing dimensions and configuration.

4. Ensure all handrails and guardrails are securely fastened, rigid, and compliant with current building code height and safety requirements.

Front Entrance Handrail

1. Repair existing handrail or replace if determined to be beyond repair.

2. Ensure proper anchoring, stability, and compliance with applicable code requirements.

3. Front door threshold - replace rotting wood and front door.

Ceiling Repair – Rear West Bedroom

1. Remove and repair damaged ceiling section in the rear west bedroom.

2. Install insulation within the repaired area.

3. Install gypsum wallboard; tape and finish to match adjacent surfaces.

Chimney/Woodstove Opening Repair

1. Remove existing woodstove components and associated materials, as required.

2. Repair and patch all affected wall and/or roof openings to match adjacent construction.

3. Provide necessary framing, sheathing, insulation, and finish materials to restore the area.

4. Ensure all repairs are weather-tight, properly sealed, and finished to match existing conditions.

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VENTILATION & PAINTING

1. Work in this section shall be governed by the Contract Documents. All work shall be neat and accurate and done in accordance with customary trade practices.

Intent The intent of the proposed work includes but is not limited to the following:

1. Remove and replace bathroom exhaust fan.

2. Scrape and repaint bathroom ceiling.

3. Correct moisture-related issues contributing to ceiling deterioration

Installation/Execution

Ventilation / Mechanical

a) Remove and replace existing bathroom exhaust fan.

b) Provide and install new bathroom exhaust fan.

c) Vent new exhaust fan in a code-compliant manner to the exterior.

Painting / Moisture Control

a) Scrape all loose, peeling, or failing paint from bathroom ceiling surfaces.

b) Prepare surface and repaint bathroom ceiling.

c) Correct moisture-related conditions contributing to ceiling deterioration.

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EXTERIOR ENVELOPE / GUTTERS

1. All work under this section shall be governed by the Contract Documents.

2. Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, and services necessary to complete the work described herein.

Intent of Work The intent of the proposed work includes but is not limited to the following:

1. Investigate and repair leaking gutters to prevent water infiltration into the structure.

Execution

a) Inspect existing gutters and downspouts to identify sources of leakage, including seams, joints, and end caps.

b) Repair leaking areas using approved exterior-grade sealant or comparable repair methods appropriate for the condition.

c) Re-secure or adjust existing gutter components only as necessary to correct active leakage conditions.

d) Verify downspouts are free of visible obstructions and functioning as originally installed.

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COST SUMMARY PAGE

ELECTRICAL

WINDOWS

CARPENTRY

VENTILATION & PAINTING

EXTERIOR ENVELOPE/GUTTERS

TOTAL

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Submittal

The following list of submittals is for the convenience of all parties concerned; it is not necessarily a complete list of all submittals required:

1. Submit the following before the start of work:

(1) Copy of building permit.

(2) Material submittals.

2. Submittals before Certificate of Completion and final payment:

ii) Acceptance of work from local Building Official.

iii) All warranty and guarantee information.

iv) Signed and notarized lien waivers from first-tier subcontractors and suppliers

Warranties and Guarantees

The Contractor shall issue the Owner a written Notice of Guarantee after the date of receipt of the Certificate of Completion. The notice shall be submitted to the Owner on the Contractor's business letterhead in the following form: Name of Project and Date

I/We, (FIRM NAME), hereby warrant and guarantee workmanship on labor for the renovations performed at 14 Valley Rd. Groton, CT 06340 as per contract signed on _______________ for a period of ONE (1) YEAR from the date of the Certificate of Completion.

Signed: __________________________________

Dated: __________________________________