NTC - Bidx Enhanced Bidding Workflow-Rev April 2026.pdf

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Replacement of Bridge No. 02599 Route 101 in the Town of Killingly
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This is a Notice to Contractors issued by the Connecticut Department of Transportation on March 27, 2026, regarding enhanced bidding workflow changes on Bidx.com. The notice informs contractors of a system transition effective for projects advertised on April 8, 2026, with a letting date of May 6, 2026. Projects advertised prior to April 8, 2026, but with postponed letting dates beyond April 29, 2026, will also require submission using the new enhanced format. The transition represents a modernization of the state's bidding process with implementation beginning on the specified April 8, 2026 advertising date.

The enhanced bidding workflow eliminates the requirement for installed software, allowing bidding from any modern computer including Mac systems through a browser-based interface. Key features include familiar bid forms optimized for efficiency and accessibility, an intuitive "Check Bid" error-checking feature, and a new security key system that serves as backup to Digital ID credentials. Existing Digital ID holders will be prompted to import their Infotech Digital ID into their browser beginning with the April 8, 2026 advertising date. Support resources are available through Bidx.com contractor information pages and guides, with technical support provided by Infotech at (888) 352-2439 option #1 or customer.support@bidx.com, Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern time. Questions regarding bidding and award procedures should be directed to Philip Melchionne at DOTContracts@ct.gov.

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March 27, 2026

S T A T E O F C O N N E C T I C U T

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

2800 BERLIN TURNPIKE, P.O. BOX 317546

NEWINGTON, CONNECTICUT 06131-7546

PHONE 860-594-3128

Subject: Bid Express Changes - Enhanced Bidding Workflows

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS:

The following are more details on the enhanced bidding workflows on Bidx.com that will be in place for May 6, 2026, projects advertised on April 8, 2026. For any project advertised prior to April 8, 2026, but the letting date gets postponed beyond April 29, 2026, it will require the bidder to submit their bid proposal in the enhanced (new) format.

These changes will significantly enhance your bidding process, offering a more efficient and user-friendly experience for all, a major step forward in modernizing our bidding process.

Key Benefits & New Features:

• No More Installed Software: Bid from any modern computer, including Macs.

• Familiar Forms, Enhanced Experience: The bid forms at Bidx.com will feel familiar but are now more efficient and accessible directly in your browser.

• Intuitive Error Checking: The new "Check Bid" feature guides you to any errors, helping you correct them quickly.

Sample browser-based bid form

What You Need to Do:

To ensure a smooth transition, please take a moment to understand the updated requirements:

• Digital ID: Existing Digital ID holders will be prompted to import their

Infotech® Digital ID into their browser. (starting with April 8, 2026, advertising)

• New Security Key: The first time you open a proposal in the new experience, a

"security key" will be created. This key serves as a crucial backup to your

Digital ID.

Resources:

Infotech® has prepared the following resources to assist you:

• Bidx.com | Contractor Information

• Bid Submission in Bidx.com | Contractor Guides

We are committed to making this transition as seamless as possible. Please review the materials provided and prepare for the upcoming change.

If you have any general questions, contact our support team by calling (888) 352-2439 option #1, or by emailing customer.support@bidx.com. Bidx Support is available

Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 8:00 pm Eastern time.

Visit the Bid Express Knowledge Center Contractor Toolkit: Bid

Submission in Bidx.com for more information. If you have any questions, regarding Bidding and Award procedures can be sent to please contact Philip

Melchionne at DOTContracts@ct.gov.

Sincerely, Gregory D. Straka Gregory D. Straka

Contracts & Agreements Manager

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