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

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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 the Bid Express (Bidx.com) platform. The notice applies to all projects advertised on or after April 8, 2026, with letting dates on or after May 6, 2026, and to any previously advertised projects with letting dates postponed beyond April 29, 2026. The Connecticut Department of Transportation is implementing a modernized, browser-based bidding system that eliminates the need for installed software, allowing bidders to submit proposals from any modern computer, including Mac devices. The new system features familiar bid forms with enhanced accessibility, intuitive error-checking capabilities through a "Check Bid" feature, and improved user experience compared to the legacy system.

Bidders must prepare for the transition by understanding updated security requirements, including the importation of existing Infotech Digital IDs into their browser starting with the April 8, 2026 advertising date. Upon first opening a proposal in the new system, a security key will be automatically generated to serve as a backup to the Digital ID. The Connecticut Department of Transportation has provided comprehensive resources through Bidx.com contractor information pages and submitted bid guides to facilitate the transition. Support is available through the Infotech customer support team 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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