Norton Exhibit A - Aluminum-Framed Entrances and Storefronts Spec.pdf.crdownload

This is a specification document for aluminum-framed entrances and storefronts associated with the Town of Cheshire, Connecticut's Window Performance Testing Services procurement for the new Norton Elementary School. The project requires comprehensive field testing of windows and storefronts in accordance with industry standards including 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). Sealed bids must be submitted by February 13, 2026 at 2:00 PM EST to Cheshire Town Hall, Room 221, 84 South Main Street, with public opening and reading of bids on the same date. The Town anticipates issuing a Preliminary Notice of Award by February 20, 2026 and executing the contract by February 27, 2026. No pre-bid conference or mandatory site visit is required. Key deliverables include submission of a pre-test plan and schedule, photographic documentation with detailed notes, completed data sheets for each tested unit, and a comprehensive pass/fail summary report.

The successful bidder must provide all necessary testing equipment, materials, and certified personnel, and remain available for retesting at the Window and Storefront Contractor's expense if initial tests fail. Evaluation is based on experience, references, service capability, prompt response ability, past performance, and procedural compliance rather than price alone. Insurance requirements include General Liability of $2,000,000 per occurrence and $4,000,000 aggregate, Auto Liability of $1,000,000 combined single limit, Professional Liability of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate, and Umbrella coverage of $1,000,000. The project is funded in part by a State of Connecticut grant, and Connecticut prevailing wage requirements apply. A Good Faith Efforts Plan mandates minimum spending allocations of 25% with Connecticut Department of Administrative Services-certified small businesses and 6.25% with minority-, women-, and disabled-owned businesses. All bid submissions must include completed Bid Forms, Legal Status Disclosure, Equal Employment Opportunities Certification, Non-Collusion Affidavit, and a Statement of References with at least three references. No specific contract value or budget has been disclosed.