North End Exhibit A - Aluminum-Framed Entrances and Storefronts Spec.pdf

This is a specification document for aluminum-framed entrances and storefronts for the North End Elementary School project in Cheshire, Connecticut. The Town of Cheshire is procuring window performance testing services through an Invitation to Bid process, with sealed bids due February 13, 2026 at 2:00 PM EST and public opening scheduled for the same date. No pre-bid conference or mandatory site visit is required. The testing scope requires compliance with ASTM E783 (Air Leakage), ASTM E1105 (Water Penetration), AAMA 501.2 (Water-Spray Test for Aluminum Framed Entrances and Storefronts), and AAMA 502 (Water-Spray Test for Aluminum Windows). Bidders must provide all testing equipment, certified personnel, conduct field testing at designated locations, document procedures with photographs and detailed notes, and prepare a comprehensive final report identifying any deficiencies. The Preliminary Notice of Award is anticipated for February 20, 2026, with contract execution anticipated for February 27, 2026. Bids must be held firm for 60 calendar days after opening.

The contract award will be made to the lowest qualified responsible bidder. Bidders must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage including General Liability ($2,000,000 per occurrence/$4,000,000 aggregate), Auto Liability ($1,000,000 combined single limit), Umbrella/Excess Liability ($1,000,000), and Professional Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence/$2,000,000 aggregate), with the Town named as additional insured. The project is partially funded by a State of Connecticut grant, which mandates a 25 percent subcontracting goal with DAS-certified small businesses and a 6.25 percent subcontracting goal with minority-, women-, and disabled-owned businesses. Bidders must submit three business references and comply with Connecticut prevailing wage requirements and employment preference statutes. All vendors are eligible to respond, and no estimated total contract value is disclosed. Questions should be directed to Zachary Machold, Project Manager at Arcadis, with copies to Vincent J. Masciana, Chief Project Officer of Cheshire Public Schools.