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CT DEEP PROJECT MANUAL

REVISED

Project Manual

State of Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection

Engineering, Safety, and Sustainability Division Engineering Unit

CT DEEP Commissioner - Emma Cimino

Project Manual Date:

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New Fairfield

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Project Title:

Project Location:

Project Number:

Architect/Engineer:

SEALS, SIGNATURES, AND DATES OF DESIGN PROFESSIONALS OF RECORD

(Seal and Signature)

Architect Professional Certification:

I hereby certify that these documents were prepared or approved by me and that I am a duly registered Architect.

(Seal and Signature)

Civil Engineer Professional Certification:

I hereby certify that these documents were prepared or approved by me and that I am a duly registered Professional Engineer.

(Print Consultant Name) (Print Consultant Name)

License No. License No.

Expiration Date Expiration Date

(Seal and Signature)

Structural Engineer Professional Certification:

I hereby certify that these documents were prepared or approved by me and that I am a duly registered Professional Engineer.

(Seal and Signature)

Electrical Engineer Professional Certification:

I hereby certify that these documents were prepared or approved by me and that I am a duly registered Professional Engineer.

(Print Consultant Name) (Print Consultant Name)

License No. License No.

Expiration Date Expiration Date

(Seal and Signature)

Mechanical Engineer Professional Certification:

I hereby certify that these documents were prepared or approved by me and that I am a duly registered Professional Engineer.

(Seal and Signature)

Fire-Protection Engineer Professional Certification:

I hereby certify that these documents were prepared or approved by me and that I am a duly registered Professional Engineer.

(Print Consultant Name) (Print Consultant Name)

License No. License No.

Expiration Date Expiration Date

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Stephen Benben

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January 31, 2027

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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DIVISION 00 PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING REQUIREMENTS

Section No. Title Not

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00 01 01 Title Page

00 01 07 Seals Page

00 01 10 Table of Contents

00 01 15 List of Drawing Sheets

16 Invitation to Bid

00 21 13 Instructions To Bidders

00 21 20 Bid Proposal Form (Bidder uploads to CTsource)

00 21 30 Bid Package Submittal Requirements

00 22 00 Notice to Bidders

00 25 13 Pre-Bid Meeting Agenda

00 40 14 Certificate (of Authority) (Bidder uploads to CTsource)

00 40 15 DAS Contractor Prequalification Forms (Bidder uploads to CTsource) (Not

Used for <$1,000,000)

00 40 16 DAS Update Statement Requirements (Bidder uploads to CTsource) (Not

Used for <$1,000,000)

00 43 16 Standard Bid Bond (Bidder uploads to CTsource)

00 45 14 General Contractor Bidder's Qualification Statement (Bidder uploads to CTsource)

00 45 15 Objective Criteria Established for Evaluating Qualifications of Bidders

00 45 17 Named Subcontractor Bidder’s Qualification Statement Not Used for <$1,000,000

00 52 03 Project Agreement

00 52 73 Subcontract Agreement Form (Not Used for <$1,000,000)

00 62 16 Certificate of Insurance

00 72 13 General Conditions of the Contract for Construction – For Design-Bid-Build

00 73 38 CHRO Contract Compliance Requirements

00 73 44 Prevailing Wage Rates/Contractor’s Wage Certification/Payroll Certification

00 92 30 Procedures Regarding Taxation for Nonresident General Contractor and Subcontractors

00 00 Summary of Work

00 73 73 Build America Buy America Act Requirements

00 73 74 Build America Buy America Act Acknowledgment Form

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DIVISION 01 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

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01 20 01 Additional Contract Considerations 01 23 13 Supplemental Bids 01 25 00 Substitution Procedures 01 26 00 Contract Modification Procedures 01 29 76 Progress Payment Procedures 01 31 00 Project Management and Coordination 01 31 19 Project Meetings

01 32 16.13 CPM Schedules 01 33 00 Submittal Procedures 01 35 16 Alteration Project Procedures 01 35 26 Government Safety Requirements 01 42 20 Reference Standards & Definitions 01 45 00 Quality Control 01 50 00 Temporary Facilities & Controls 01 60 00 Product Requirements 01 71 23 Field Engineering 01 73 29 Cutting and Patching 01 74 19 Construction Waste Management & Disposal 01 75 00 Starting & Adjusting 01 77 00 Closeout Procedures 01 78 23 Operation & Maintenance Data 01 78 30 Warranties & Bonds 01 91 00 Commissioning

Sections 02-45 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

APPENDIX A PERMITS

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APPENDIX B

List more as needed:

List more as needed:

01 32 16 Construction Progress Schedules

01 20 00 Contract Considerations

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CT DEEP General Permit for Water Resource Construction Activities CT DEEP Flood Management Certificate Firstlight Activity Permit (Not yet issued) CT DEEP Construction Stormwater General Permit (Not Yet Issued) *Project Permits are not included in the Project Manual but will be provided as Solicitation Attachments

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LIST OF DRAWING SHEETS

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List of Drawing Sheets Sheet No. Title

Sheet 1 of 1

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TOPOGRAPHIC SURVEY (3/24/2026)

FATHOMETRIC SURVEY

HYDROGRAPHIC SURVEY PLAN

EXISTING CONDITIONS PLAN

SITE LAYOUT PLAN

GRADING, DRAINAGE, AND UTILITY PLAN

SITE PREPARATION PLAN PRIOR TO SOIL DISTURBANCE

CONSTRUCTION SOIL EROSION AND SEDIMENTATION CONTROL PLAN

PROPOSED CROSS-SECTIONS

FABRICATION DETAILS - PRECAST REINFORCED CONCRETE BOAT LAUNCH PANELS

FABRICATION DETAILS - PRECAST REINFORCED CONCRETE BOAT LAUNCH PANELS

FABRICATION DETAILS - PRECAST REINFORCED CONCRETE BOAT LAUNCH PANELS

SOIL EROSION AND SEDIMENT DETAILS AND NOTES

SITE DETAILS

SITE DETAILS

DETAILS FOR 20'x8' FLOATING DOCK

DETAILS FOR 20'x8' FLOATING DOCK

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SUMMARY OF WORK

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PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 DEFINITIONS

A. Contractor:

Whenever the term "Contractor" is used in these Division 01 General Requirements and the Contract Documents, it may be understood to mean either the Design-Bid-Build (D-B-B) “General Contractor” or the Construction Manager at Risk ("CMR") as applicable to the specific Project.

B. Subcontractor:

Whenever the term "Subcontractor" is used, it may be understood to mean either a Subcontractor or a Supplier, as applicable to the specific Project.

C. Contract:

Whenever the term "Contract" is used in these Division 01 General Requirements and the Contract Documents, it may be understood to mean either the D-B-B General Contractor’s Contract Sum as stated in the Project Ageement or the CMR’s Contract Sum as stated in their CMR Agreement, as applicable to the specific Project.

1.2 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. The Contract Documents are defined in the D-B-B and CMR Division 00 General Conditions, as applicable to the specific Project.

B. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and other

Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.3 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

A. Project Delivery Method: Design-Bid-Build (DBB) B. Project Number:

C. Project Title:

D. Project Location:

E. The Project Description:

Reconstruction of the state-owned boat launch facility, located on 210 Route 39 (Sherman Road) in New Fairfield, Connecticut. The new boat launch will be build adjacent to the existing launch. The project includes but is not limited to the following:

1. Installation of erosion and sedimentation controls

2. Construction of new boat launch composed of interlocking concrete perimeter blocks, a concrete anchor wall, a concrete transition pad, and (64) precast concrete boat launch panels (the panels will be supplied by DEEP and installed by Contractor)

3. Installation of (2) floating docks and (2) steel piles

4. Regrading site and removal of all excess soil from site

5. Installation of new gravel parking area and underground conduit for future utilities

6. Installation of new bituminous driveway and parking area with pavement markings

7. Installation of concrete sidewalks

8. Demolition of existing toilet building and septic system

9. Installation of vault toilet building

10. Installation of solar light pole

11. Spread Topsoil, seed, and mulch all disturbed areas

12. Plant (38) new trees (the trees will be purchased by DEEP and installed by the Contractor)

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F. Project Requirements

Owner:

1. Owner’s Name: The Owner is the State of Connecticut, Department of Energy and Environmental

Protection.

2. Authorized Representative for the Owner:

a. DEEP Project Manager Name:

b. DEEP Project Manager’s Location: The DEEP Project Manager is located at 163 Great Hill Rd, Portland, CT, 06480.

c. Phone:

d. Email:

3. Authority: The DEEP Project Manager is the only authorized representative for the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection to act in matters involving revoking, altering, enlarging or relaxing any requirement of the Contract Documents.

a. Related Section: Article 25, All Work Subject To Control of the Commissioner, Division 00

General Conditions of the Contract for Construction.

G. Agency:

1. Agency Name: The Department of Energy and Environmental Protection

2. Agency Representative Name and Title:

3. Authority: The Agency Representative has the administrative authority for the facility and or site where the work is being performed but does not have the authority to change the Contract Documents or direct the Contractor.

Alex Curry Civil Engineer III

Alex Curry

(860)424-3407 alexander.curry@ct.gov

1. The Contractor shall adhere to all terms and conditions of the project permits authorized by CT DEEP and FirstLight CT Housatonic LLC.

2. All insurance policies required of the Contractor shall name FirstLight CT Housatonic LLC, in addition to CT DEEP, as Additional Insured.

3. The (64) precast concrete boat launch panels shall be provided by DEEP and installed by the Contractor

4. DEEP intends to keep the existing boat launch open and accessible to the public for as many days as possible throughout the duration of the project. The Contractor shall provide access to the existing boat launch for the public to use at every opportunity as long as it is safe for the public and will not impact construction activities.

5. The Contractor shall coordinate with FirstLight, the owner and operator of Rocky River Pumped Hydro Storage Station which controls the water level of Candlewood Lake, to determine the daily levels of the lake and the impact on the construction of the new boat launch.

6. The Contractor shall acquire the demolition permit from the Town of New Fairfield prior to demolition of the existing toiler building. All other permits will be acquired by DEEP.

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7. An allowance of $10,000.00 has been included in the contract to cover the costs to any utility companies, including the cost for Eversource to relocate the utility pole on the project site. The Contractor shall be responsible for all coordination and payments to the utility company and will be reimbursed for those costs accordingly.

8. DEEP will construct the new ticket booth and will supply all necessary materials and labor.

The Contractor shall relocate the existing ticket booth on-site to potentially be used by DEEP temporarily.

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H. Architect and Engineer (A/E):

1. Architect and Engineer Name (A/E):

2. The Architect and Engineer (A/E) or their accredited representative is referred to in the Contract

Documents as "Architect" or "Architects" or "Engineer" or "Engineers" or by pronouns which imply them.

As information for the Contractor, the Architect’s or Engineer's status is defined as follows:

a. The Architect and Engineer will not make interpretations or decisions directly to the Contractor. All interpretations or decisions will be conveyed through the Construction Administrator to the DEEP Project Manager.

b. As the authorized representative of the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, the Architect and Engineer is responsible for review of shop drawings, materials, and equipment intended for the work, in accordance with the Division 00 "General Conditions" and "Supplementary Conditions”.

4. Wherever the Architect or Engineer is mentioned in the documents in connection with an administrative function, it shall include the Construction Administrator in that function except for shop drawings.

I. Construction Administrator (CA):

1. Construction Administrator Name:

2. Authority: As information to the Contractor, the Construction Administrator’s status is defined as follows:

a. The Construction Administrator (CA) is referred to in the Contract Documents as “Construction Administrator” or by pronouns which imply it. All communications concerning the project will be directed through the Construction Administrator or a designated representative(s).

b. The Construction Administrator is the Owner's Agent who will, among other things, monitor and analyze the Contractor’s performance, scheduling and construction, process shop drawings, material, and equipment submittals, review and process periodic billings, review, analyze, and recommend cost changes.

c. Related Section: Article 26 “Authority of the Construction Administrator” of Division 00 “General Conditions of the Contract for Construction”.

3. The Construction Administrator will process all requests for information, interpretations and decisions regarding the meaning and intent of the Contract Documents, consulting with appropriate parties prior to rendering the interpretations or decisions for the Project Manager to the Contractor. All such requests and replies shall be in writing.

J. The Contractor will include in their bid, all items required in order to carry out the intent of the Work as described, shown and implied in the Contract Documents.

K. It shall be the Contractor's responsibility upon discovery to immediately notify the Construction Administrator, in writing, of errors, omissions, discrepancies, and instances of noncompliance with applicable codes and regulations within the documents, and of any work which will not fit or properly function if installed as indicated on the Contract Documents. Any additional costs arising from the Contractor's failure to provide such notification shall be borne by the Contractor.

L. The Work will be constructed under the Contractor’s Contract as applicable to this Project.

M. The Work will be performed in accordance with the Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental

Protection’s (DEEP) Stormwater Pollution Control Plan (SPCP), including, but not limited to, implementing, maintaining, and updating the SPCP, performing regular inspections, conducting and reporting stormwater monitoring activities, retaining records for the required period of time, and performing all post-construction measures and inspections. See Section 01 50 00 "Temporary Facilities and Controls" for additional information.

1.4 CONTRACTOR’S USE OF PREMISES

A. General: During the construction period the Contractor shall have full use of the newly constructed premises for construction operations, including use of the site. The Contractor's use of the premises is limited only by the Owner's right to perform work or to retain other contractors on portions of the Project.

B. Use of the Site: Limit use of the premises to work in areas indicated. Confine operations to areas within contract limits indicated. Do not disturb portions of the site beyond the areas in which the Work is indicated.

1. Owner Occupancy: Allow for Owner occupancy and use by the public of the existing facility.

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2. The Contractor shall confine his operations including storage of materials, supplies, equipment, and apparatus to the areas bounded by the contract limits indicated and as directed in the Contract Documents.

3. Existing roads, drives, walks, and parking areas which are not within the contract limit line are to be kept free and clear at all times. The Contractor shall check all roadways for accessibility and clearances for deliveries of all large material and equipment. The Contractor shall inform the Construction Administrator at least seventy-two (72) hours in advance of these deliveries so they can be coordinated with the Agency so appropriate traffic control, etc. can be provided. Schedule deliveries to minimize space and time requirements for storage of materials and equipment on-site.

4. The Contractor shall be responsible for keeping the premises clean and shall pick up rubbish and debris and promptly remove from site.

5. Parking for the Contractor's employees will be limited to an area designated by the Construction Administrator, and the Contractor may be required to provide identification stickers for all employees' cars.

6. Special precautions shall be taken to protect all wetland areas designated to remain. Prevent any and all sediment, debris, or other materials from getting into these areas. Should any sediment, debris, or other materials get into these areas or if any damage occurs to the vegetation therein, the Contractor shall immediately contact the Construction Administrator for direction.

7. The Contractor shall comply with local working hour restrictions, unless specifically approved otherwise in writing by the Owner.

8. No signs, other than those approved by the Construction Administrator, will be visible on the premises.

C. Use of the Existing Building: Maintain the existing building in a weather-tight condition throughout the construction period. Repair damage caused by construction operations. Take all precautions necessary to protect the building and its occupants during the construction period. Note: Check with Agency special types of conditions.

1.5 OCCUPANCY REQUIREMENTS

A. Full Agency Occupancy During Construction: The Owner reserves the right to occupy the site and existing building during the entire construction period. Cooperate with the Agency during construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate Agency usage. Perform the Work so as not to interfere with the Agency's operations.

1. Provide adequate building and fire code egress from the buildings during the renovation process and/or as indicated on the Contract Documents. The Contractor will be responsible to maintain and protect egress ways during the construction sequence as required and/or indicated in the Contract documents.

The Contractor shall be responsible for preparing egress plans for Owner approval and for DAS Office of State Building Official and Office of State Fire Marshal for approval if required.

B. Partial Agency Occupancy: The Owner reserves the right to allow the Agency to occupy and to place and install equipment in completed areas of the building prior to Substantial Completion, provided such occupancy does not interfere with completion of the Work. Such placing of equipment and partial occupancy shall not constitute acceptance of the total Work.

1. Should it become necessary or advisable, as the work nears final completion, for the Agency to occupy a portion of the building prior to final acceptance, the Contractor shall cooperate in completing such areas and making same accessible.

2. The Construction Administrator will determine whether such occupancy or use is possible and, if so, will make arrangements for holding a job inspection with the DEEP Project Manager, Agency Representative, and Contractor.

3. A comprehensive list of items to be completed or corrected as issued by the Contractor, together with the status of completion and terms of occupancy, will be forwarded to the DEEP Project Manager by the Construction Administrator. A letter will be issued by the DEEP Project Manager and Contractor to Construction Administrator granting such occupancy and will state the terms and conditions of occupancy.

4. Prior to partial Agency occupancy, mechanical and electrical systems shall be fully operational. Required inspections and tests shall have been successfully completed. Upon occupancy, the Agency will operate and maintain mechanical and electrical systems serving occupied portions of the building.

5. The Architect will prepare a “Certificate of Substantial Completion” for each specific portion of the Work to be occupied prior to Agency occupancy. Use the “Certificate of Substantial Completion” form as

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required by the Owner and forward the Certificate to the DAS Office of State Building Inspector for a Certificate of Occupancy and obtain the same after his review and approval.

6. The DEEP Project Manager will request a signed “Certificate of Compliance” from the Architect, and Contractor, if required.

7. A letter from the DEEP Project Manager to the Agency Representative with copy to the Contractor granting occupancy will state the terms and conditions of occupancy and that fire insurance coverage has been requested, the effective date of which will indicate to the Contractor that they may cancel fire insurance coverage for that portion of the project.

8. Upon occupancy, the Agency will assume responsibility for maintenance and custodial service for occupied portions of the building.

9. Work after Partial Agency Occupancy:

9.1 For all work to complete the area occupied, warranty work, the balancing and Commissioning

(Cx) of systems, repair of latent defects and adjustments after partial occupancy, the Contractor is responsible for all costs associated with working in occupied buildings.

C. Agency Occupancy:

1. The Construction Administrator will determine whether such occupancy is possible and, if so, will make arrangements for holding a job inspection with the Contractor.

2. A comprehensive list of items to be completed or corrected as issued by the Contractor, together with the status of completion and terms of occupancy, will be forwarded to the Contractor by the Construction Administrator. A letter will be issued by the DEEP Project Manager and Contractor granting such occupancy and will state the terms and conditions of occupancy.

3. Prior to Agency occupancy, mechanical and electrical systems shall be fully operational. Required inspections and tests shall have been successfully completed. Upon occupancy, the Agency will operate and maintain mechanical and electrical systems serving occupied portions of the building.

4. The Architect will prepare a “Certificate of Substantial Completion” for the Work to be occupied prior to Agency occupancy. Use the “Certificate of Substantial Completion” form as required by the Owner.

5. The DEEP Project Manager will request a signed “Certificate of Compliance” from Commissioner of the Department, Architect, and Contractor, if required.

6. A letter from the DEEP Project Manager to the Contractor granting occupancy will state the terms and conditions of occupancy and that fire insurance coverage has been requested, the effective date of which will indicate to the Contractor that they may cancel fire insurance coverage for the project.

7. Upon occupancy, the Agency will assume responsibility for maintenance and custodial service for occupied portions of the building.

8. Work after Agency Occupancy:

8.1 For all work to complete the occupied building, warranty work, the balancing and commissioning of systems, repair of latent defects and adjustments after occupancy, the Contractor is responsible for all costs associated with working in occupied buildings.

1.6 OWNER-FURNISHED PRODUCTS

A. The Owner may furnish various products as indicated in the construction documents. The Work includes providing support systems to receive Owner's equipment, and mechanical and electrical connections.

1. The Owner will arrange for and deliver necessary shop drawings, product data, and samples to the

Contractor.

2. The Owner will arrange and pay for delivery of Owner-furnished items according to the Contractor's

Construction Schedule.

3. Following delivery, the Owner will inspect items delivered for damage.

4. If Owner-furnished items are damaged, defective, or missing, the Owner will arrange for replacement.

5. The Owner will arrange for manufacturer's field services and for the delivery of manufacturer's warranties to the appropriate Contractor.

6. The Contractor shall designate delivery dates of Owner-furnished items in the Contractor's Construction

Schedule.

7. The Contractor shall review shop drawings, product data, and samples and return them to the Architect noting discrepancies or problems anticipated in use of the product.

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8. The Contractor is responsible for receiving, unloading, and handling Owner-furnished items at the site.

9. The Contractor is responsible for protecting Owner-furnished items from damage, including damage from exposure to the elements. The Contractor shall repair or replace items damaged as a result of his operations.

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1.7 MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS

A. Pre-Bid Meeting:

i. A Pre-Bid Meeting and tour of the site will be conducted as scheduled in Division 00 Section 00 11 16 "Invitation to Bid." This scheduled meeting (mandatory or advised) is the only official opportunity for the bidders to tour the site with the Owner, Architect, Engineer, Construction Administrator, and Agency.

ii. Attendance at the Pre-Bid Meeting for this project is (as stated in Section 00 11 16 Invitation to bid).

not-mandatory

STATE OF CONNECTICUT

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

ENGINEERING UNIT

163 GREAT HILL ROAD, PORTLAND, CT 06480

Bidders shall be DAS-Prequalified Contractors if their bid is greater than one million dollars ($1,000,000.00)

BID OPENING:

Plans and Specifications will be Electronically available through the CTsource Bid Board, https://portal.ct.gov/DAS/CTSource/BidBoard, on

Pre-bid Meeting: All potential bidders are invited to attend the site on

Contract to be awarded on or about with a construction start date on or about

Completion Time Allowed:

Acceptance Time Allowed:

Liquidated Damages:

Calendar Days.

Calendar Days per calendar day.

Bids shall be uploaded and edited electronically on CTsource UNTIL 2:00 p.m. on the Bid Opening Date and thereafter shall be locked down and publicly opened on CTsource.

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Federal BABA Applicability: "Build America, Buy America Act" (BABA) requirements apply to this Project.

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INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

1) A complete bid package shall consist of all the documents listed in Table 1 of Section 00 21 30, Bid Package Submittal Requirements. DEEP requires all bidders to upload their Bid Package Documents online through the CTsource e-Procurement system prior to the date and time of the Bid Opening. See Section 00 11 16, Invitation to Bid, for the date and time of the Bid Opening.

Detailed instructions for uploading Bid Package Documents to CTsource can be found on the CTsource homepage, Supplier Solicitation Response and Addenda Guide, https://portal.ct.gov/-/media/DAS/CTSource/Documents/Supplier-Solicitation-Response-and-Addenda-Guide.pdf .

2) Bidders will have the opportunity to ask questions until seven (7) days prior to the date of the bid opening. Questions shall be submitted in the Solicitation Q&A Center on CTsource. Instructions for submitting and responding to questions can be found on the CT Source homepage, Supplier Solicitation Response and Addenda Guide.

Responses to relevant questions or requests for information will be uploaded to the project's Bid Board page as an addendum.

3) If the Bidder has been notified by the DEEP Engineering Unit as the Apparent Low Bidder, the Bidder shall submit all completed documents listed in Table 2 of Section 00 21 30 , Bid Package Submittal Requirements, to the DEEP Engineering Unit (electronically) via e-mail: DEEP.engineering@ct.gov.

All bids received prior to the date and time of bid opening will be tabulated by the Engineering Unit and the bid tabulation list will be posted on CTsource within approximately three (3) business days.

* Bidders should note that State of Connecticut Labor Department prevailing wage rates will apply for this project if the contract value exceeds:

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one million dollars ($1,000,000.00) for new construction.

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Bid Proposal Form CT DEEP - Engineering Unit

163 Great Hill Rd, Portland, CT 06480 Date and Time of Bid Opening: See Section 00 11 16 Invitation To Bid.

Instructions for Online Bidding: See Section 00 21 13 Instructions To Bidders

Instructions for Completing This Bid Proposal Form:

• Download and save the Bid Proposal Form to your computer. Close the form. Open your saved Bid Proposal

Form and type required information in blue boxes. (Remember to keep saving to your computer.)

• When your Bid Proposal Form is complete, perform a final “save” to your computer! Print ALL pages and sign your Bid Proposal Form. Scan ALL pages of your Bid Proposal Form to PDF. Upload the PDF Bid Proposal Form to CTsource.

• Duly Authorized Signature: A duly authorized representative of the Bidder or Bidder’s partnership, firm, corporation or business organization must sign the Bid Proposal Form.

• No Facsimile Signature is permitted. All information below is to be filled in by the Bidder.

• If an Addendum is issued that changes the Bid Proposal Form then the Revised Bid Proposal Form (issued with the Addendum) must be uploaded instead. If you have previously responded to the bid, select “Retract & Edit Response”. You must Accept the Addendum, attach applicable documents, and re-submit your bid.

• Upload to CTsource only the additional Bid Package Documents as described in Section 00 21 30 Bid Package Submittal Requirements.

• A signed and scanned Certificate (of Authority), Section 00 40 14, must be uploaded to CTsource prior to the date and time of the Bid Opening.

• Any Bid Proposal Form that has omitted or added items, altered the form, or contains conditional, alternative, or obscure bids.

• Any Bid Proposal Form that is submitted without the signature of the bidder or its authorized representative, will be rejected.

1.0 General Bid Proposal Information:

Project Title:

Project Location:

Project Number:

CHRO Good Faith Effort Requirements:

This contract is subject to CHRO requirements, including spending allocation goals (25% SBE and 6.25% M/W/DisBE) and non-discrimination requirements.

Pre-Bid Meeting: See Section 00 11 16 Invitation to Bid Plans and Specifications prepared by A/E:

Bidder Information (To be completed by the bidder)

Bid Uploaded On:

(Month) (Day)

(Complete Bidder's Legal Company Name As Registered With the CT Secretary of State)

(Avenue / Street) (Town / City) (State)

(Name) (Title)

Proposal Of:

Firm Address:

Contact Person:

Contact Information:

(Phone Number) (Fax Number) (Email Address)

(Year)

(ZIP)

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1.1 Commencement and Acceptance: (See Section 00 72 13 General Conditions, Article 4 - Commencement and Progress of Work and Article 1 - Definitions)

The Selected Bidder shall commence Work within fourteen (14) Calendar Days after receiving a “Notice to Proceed” by the Commissioner or authorized representative and continue for and then continue

Calendar Days for “Substantial Completion” of the project;

Calendar Days for “Acceptance” of the Work.

1.2 Liquidated Damages: (See Section 00 72 13 General Conditions, Article 8 – Damages & Article 1 - Definitions)

1.2.1 Liquidated Damages – Substantial Completion:

The Selected Bidder shall be assessed $ per Calendar Day beyond the date established for Substantial

Completion of the Contract according to the Contract Time as defined in Article 1.29 of Section 00 72 13 General Conditions, and not otherwise excused or waived pursuant to the Contract Documents, as defined in Article 1.23 of Section 00 72 13 General Conditions.

1.2.2 Liquidated Damages – Acceptance:

The Selected Bidder shall be assessed $ per Calendar Day beyond ninety (90) days after the date of said Substantial Completion that the Selected Bidder fails to achieve Acceptance, as defined in Article 1.1 of Section 00 72 13 General Conditions and not otherwise excused or waived as described above.

1.3 Bid Proposal Statements and Conditions: This Bid Proposal Form shall be submitted according to, and in compliance with, the foregoing and following statements, conditions, and/or information:

1.3.1 This Bid Proposal Form is submitted in accordance with Chapter 60 Construction And Alterations Of State Buildings, Part II Bidding And Contracts of the Connecticut General Statutes (C.G.S.), as amended, particularly C.G.S. § 4b-91(a)(5)(A)

– (C), and pursuant to, and in compliance with, the Invitation to Bid (Section 00 11 16), the Instructions to Bidders (Section 00 21 13), the Bid Package Submittal Requirements , and the Project Agreement.

1.3.2 The Bidder proposes to furnish the labor and/or materials, installed as required for the Project named and numbered on this Bid Proposal Form, submitted herein, furnishing all necessary equipment, machinery, tools, labor and other means of construction, and all materials specified in the manner and at the time prescribed strictly in accordance with the provisions of the Contract including, but not limited to, the specifications and/or drawings together with all Addenda issued by the Awarding Authority and received by the Bidder, prior to the scheduled Date and Time of the Bid Opening as stated in the Invitation To Bid, and in conformity with requirements of the Awarding Authority and any laws or Departmental regulations of the State of Connecticut or of the United States which may affect the same, for and in consideration of the price(s) stated on this Bid Proposal Form, hereof.

1.3.3 The Bidder acknowledges that the Proposed Lump Sum Base Bid submitted on this Bid Proposal Form includes all work indicated on the drawings and/or described in the specifications, including the Allowances and Base Bid Quantities described in Subsection 2.3, and does not include the Contingent Work described in Subsection 2.4.

1.3.4 The Bidder acknowledges and agrees to furnish all labor and materials required for this Project, in accordance with the accompanying Plans and Specifications prepared by the Architect/Engineer listed on page 1 of this Bid Proposal Form, for the Contract Sum specified in the Proposed Lump Sum Base Bid in Subsection 2.1 of this Bid Proposal Form, subject to additions and deductions according to the terms of the specifications, and including the number of Addenda stated in Subsection 2.2 of this Bid Proposal Form.

1.4 Award:

1.4.1 All Bid Proposals shall be subject to the provisions of Section 00 21 13 Instructions to Bidders and for purpose of award, consideration shall be given only to Bid Proposals submitted by qualified and responsible Bidders.

1.4.2 The award shall be made on the lowest Lump Sum Bid and any or all Supplemental Bid(s) as stated in Subsection

2.4.2 of this Bid Proposal Form, taken sequentially, as applicable, provided funds are available.

1.4.3 In the event of any discrepancy between the amount written in words and the amount written in numerical figures, the amount written in words shall be controlling.

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$1,000.00

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2.1 Proposed Lump Sum Base Bid:

2.1.1 All Bidders: Insert the Proposed Lump Sum Base Bid in the spaces provided below, including both numerical figures and “printed words” dollar amount. The Proposed Lump Sum Base Bid shall include all Allowances, all work indicated on the drawings, all work described in the specifications, and all Base Bid Quantities including, but not limited to, Miscellaneous Items, Alterations Items, Environmental Remediation, and/or Hazardous Building Materials Abatement.

The Proposed Lump Sum Base Bid shall not include Contingent Work.

2.1.2 The Proposed Lump Sum Base Bid shall be shown in both numerical figures and “printed words” dollar amount.

In the event of any discrepancy the “printed” words dollar amount shall govern.

2.1.3 The Proposed Lump Sum Base Bid is:

(Place Numerical Figures in the Box Above)

Dollars (Insert “Printed Words” Dollar Amount in the Box

Table 2.1.3.1 Bid Breakdown Table:

The bidder shall complete the table below, breaking down the Lump Sum Base Bid into sub-totals based on type of work included in the overall scope.

Item

No.

Bid Item Description- Cost to furnish and supply the items below:

Amount

1.

2.

3.

4.

Total: $

5.

6.

7.

8.

9.

10.

11.

12.

Allowances Total (Shown in Section 01 20 00)

General Conditions

Construction of new boat launch

Installation of (2) floating docks and piles

Repaving driveway and parking areas

Regrading site and expanding gravel parking lot

Installing new vault toilet building

Drainage work, landscaping and planting

Miscellaneous Items

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2.2 Number of Addenda:

2.2.1 All Bidders: Insert the Number of Addenda issued by the State of Connecticut in the space provided below.

2.2.2 Failure to acknowledge the correct number of all Addenda in the box below in this Bid Proposal Form may cause rejection of the bid.

2.2.3 The Bidder acknowledges that their Proposed Lump Sum Base Bid Proposal includes:

Number of Addenda. If none, enter “0”.

2.3 Bidder’s Qualification Statement and Objective Criteria for Evaluating Bidders:

2.3.1 All Bidders: Download Section 00 45 14 General Contractor Bidder's Qualification Statement from CTsource for the template and instructions. Complete and upload Section 00 45 14 General Contractor Bidder's Qualification Statement to CTsource prior to the date and time of the Bid Opening. Information with regards to the General Contractor's Bidder's Qualification Statement is submitted and is made part of this Bid Proposal Form. Failure of a Bidder to answer any question or provide required information shall be grounds for the awarding authority to disqualify and reject the bid, pursuant to Connecticut General Statutes §4b-92.

2.3.2 All Bidders shall comply with Section 00 45 15 Objective Criteria Established for Evaluating Qualifications of Bidders. Note: Individual Specification Sections may contain General Contractor and/or Subcontractor Qualification requirements that exceed those in Section 00 45 15 Objective Criteria Established for Evaluating Qualifications of Bidders.

2.4 Prequalification Requirements for Projects Exceeding $1,000,000: (see Sections 00 40 15 DAS Contractor Prequalification Certification Requirements and 00 40 16 DAS Update Statement Requirements)

2.4.1 All Bidders for Projects with estimated Construction Costs greater than $1,000,000: Upload to CTsource a current copy of your Firm’s “DAS Contractor Prequalification Certificate” and “Update Statement” prior to the date and time of the Bid Opening. Failure to submit the DAS Contractor Prequalification Certificate and/or Update Statement prior to the date and time of the Bid Opening or within two (2) business days after the opening of the bid, shall cause the bid to be rejected and shall not be considered a minor irregularity under C.G.S. § 4b-95

2.5 Work Performed by Own Forces

2.5.1 In accordance with Item #4 of Section 00 45 15 of the Project Manual, at least 25% of the work called for bid specifications shall be completed by the Bidder’s own forces. Complete section 2.8.2 below stating the value of the work to be performed by the Bidder’s own forces.

2.5.2 The value of the work to be performed by the bidder’s own forces is as follows (do not include the value of the unnamed subcontractors):

$ Dollars

(Insert Numerical Figures) (Insert “Printed Words” Dollar Amount)

2.6 Allowances and Base Bid Quantities:

See Section 01 20 00 Contract Considerations in Division 01 General Requirements for applicability regarding Allowances and Base Bid Quantities for Miscellaneous Items, Alterations Items, Environmental Remediation, and/or Hazardous Building Materials Abatement. Allowances and Base Bid Quantities shall be included in the Contractor’s Lump Sum Base Bid.

2.7 Contingent Work:

2.7.1 Defined Unit Prices: See Section 01 20 00 Contract Considerations in Division 01 General Requirements for applicability.

2.7.1 Defined Unit Prices:

.1 See Section 01 20 00 Contract Considerations and Section 01 20 01 Additional Contract Considerations in Division 01 General Requirements for applicability.

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2.7.12 All Bidders: If Defined Unit Prices are applicable to this Project, insert the Defined Unit Prices in the spaces provided below.

Defined Unit Price No. 1:

ADD: $ Dollars

(Insert Numerical Figures) (Insert “Printed Words” Dollar Amount)

Defined Unit Price No. 2:

ADD: $ Dollars

(Insert Numerical Figures) (Insert “Printed Words” Dollar Amount)

Defined Unit Price No. 3:

ADD: $ Dollars

(Insert Numerical Figures) (Insert “Printed Words” Dollar Amount)

Defined Unit Price No. 4:

ADD: $ Dollars

(Insert Numerical Figures) (Insert “Printed Words” Dollar Amount)

Defined Unit Price No. 5:

ADD: $ Dollars

(Insert Numerical Figures) (Insert “Printed Words” Dollar Amount)

Defined Unit Price No. 6:

ADD: $ Dollars

(Insert Numerical Figures) (Insert “Printed Words” Dollar Amount)

Defined Unit Price No. 7:

ADD: $ Dollars

(Insert Numerical Figures) (Insert “Printed Words” Dollar Amount)

Defined Unit Price No. 8:

ADD: $ Dollars

(Insert Numerical Figures) (Insert “Printed Words” Dollar Amount)

Defined Unit Price No. 9:

$ Dollars

(Insert Numerical Figures) (Insert “Printed Words” Dollar Amount)

Defined Unit Price No. 10:

$ Dollars

(Insert Numerical Figures) (Insert “Printed Words” Dollar Amount)

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NOT APPLICABLE

NOT APPLICABLE

NOT APPLICABLE

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2.7.2 Supplemental Bids:

.1 See Section 01 23 13 Supplemental Bids in Division 01 General Requirements for applicability.

.2 All Bidders: If Supplemental Bids are applicable to this Project, insert the Supplemental Bids in the spaces provided below. Any Supplemental Bids listed below, if accepted by the Owner, will be taken cumulatively and in numerical order as scheduled. No Supplemental Bid will be skipped or taken out of numerical order as scheduled.

Supplemental Bid No. 1:

ADD: $ Dollars

(Insert Numerical Figures) (Insert “Printed Words” Dollar Amount)

Supplemental Bid No. 2:

ADD: $ Dollars

(Insert Numerical Figures) (Insert “Printed Words” Dollar Amount)

Supplemental Bid No. 3:

ADD: $ Dollars

(Insert Numerical Figures) (Insert “Printed Words” Dollar Amount)

Supplemental Bid No. 4:

ADD: $ Dollars

(Insert Numerical Figures) (Insert “Printed Words” Dollar Amount)

2.8 Named Subcontractors and Classes of Work:

2.8.1 All Bidders for Projects with one or more Classes of Work checked in Table 2.7 below: Complete Table 2.7 according to the instructions below. Failure to properly provide all of the required information in Table 2.7 may cause rejection of the bid.

Table 2.8: Named Subcontractors and Classes of Work:

Electrical Work:

Complete Subcontractor Name:

Proposed Dollar Value of Subcontract: $ HVAC Work:

Complete Subcontractor Name:

Proposed Dollar Value of Subcontract: $ Masonry Work:

Complete Subcontractor Name:

Proposed Dollar Value of Subcontract: $ Plumbing Work:

Complete Subcontractor Name:

Proposed Dollar Value of Subcontract: $

Environmental Remediation:

Complete Subcontractor Name:

Proposed Dollar Value of Subcontract: $

Hazardous Materials Abatement:

Complete Subcontractor Name:

Proposed Dollar Value of Subcontract: $

NOT APPLICABLE

NOT APPLICABLE

NOT APPLICABLE

NOT APPLICABLE

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NOT APPLICABLE

NOT APPLICABLE

NOT APPLICABLE

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3.0 Bid Proposal Acknowledgements:

The Bidder acknowledges and agrees to the following:

3.1 To Properly Complete and Upload to CTsource the Bid Proposal Form and all other Bid Documents prior to the Date and Time of the Bid Opening:

3.1.1 The Bidder acknowledges and agrees to properly complete and electronically upload to CTsource all pages of the Bid Proposal Form and all other Bid Documents as directed in Section 00 11 16 Invitation to Bid, Section 00 21 13 Instructions to Bidders, and Section 00 21 30 Bid Package Submittal Requirements.

3.1.2 The State may waive minor irregularities which it considers in the best interest of the State and, when applicable, are corrected by the Bidder within seven (7) Calendar Days after the Bid Due Date. Failure to properly complete, sign and upload any of the items of Section 00 21 30 Bid Package Submittal Requirements may cause rejection of the bid.

3.1.3 If there are any delays in the receipt of other documents, then the Bid shall remain valid for the same additional number of days. For example, if the documents are submitted four (4) Calendar Days later; then the bid shall remain valid for sixty-four (64) Calendar Days.

3.1.4 Failure to submit the documents before the stated deadline may result in rejection of the bid at the sole discretion of the Commissioner of Administrative Services.

3.2 To Hold Bid Price:

The Bidder acknowledges and agrees to hold the Proposed Lump Sum Base Bid in Subsection 2.1 of this Bid Proposal Form for sixty (60) Calendar Days and any extensions caused by the Bidder’s delays in required submissions. The Bidder and the State may mutually agree to extend this period. The agreement to extend the sixty (60) Calendar Day period may occur after the expiration of the original sixty (60) Calendar Day period.

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3.3 To Use and Accept Allowances:

When applicable to this Project, the Bidder acknowledges and agrees to accept and use the Allowances as shown in Section 01 20 00 Contract Considerations of Division 01 General Requirements as part of the Proposed Lump Sum Base Bid listed in Subsection 2.1 of this Bid Proposal Form.

3.4 To Use and Accept the Following Contingent Work:

3.4.1 Unit Prices: When applicable to this Project, the Bidder acknowledges and agrees to accept and use the Units, Add

Unit Prices, and Deduct Unit Prices as shown in Section 01 20 00 Contract Considerations of Division 01 General Requirements in evaluating either additions to or deductions from the Work.

3.4.2 Supplemental Bid: When applicable to this Project and if accepted by the Owner, the Bidder acknowledges and agrees to provide all labor, material and equipment to complete the Work in accordance with the Supplemental Bid described in Section 01 23 13 Supplemental Bids of Division 01 General Requirements and provided by the Bidder in Subsection

2.4.2 of this Bid Proposal Form.

3.5 To Use the Named Subcontractors Listed in Table 2.8:

3.5.1 The Bidder agrees that each of the Named Subcontractors stated in Table 2.8 of this Bid Proposal Form will be used for the Class of Work indicated, for the Proposed Total Subcontract Value dollar amount stated, unless a substitution is permitted by the awarding authority as provided for in and in accordance with C.G.S. § 4b-96, as amended.

3.5.2 For Named Subcontractor(s) with Subcontracts exceeding $1,000,000, the Bidder acknowledges that the Named Subcontractor(s) must be “prequalified” by DAS in the Class of Work specified in Table 2.8 of this Bid Proposal Form at the time of bid submission, pursuant to C.G.S. §4b-91(j) and C.G.S. § 4a-100, as amended, to the extent the Class of Work for the Named Subcontractor is a Prequalification Classification. In addition, the Bidder agrees to submit within ten (10) Calendar Days after receipt the current DAS Prequalification Certificate(s) and Update Statement(s) for each Named Subcontractor in Table 2.8 of this Bid Proposal Form.

3.6 To Make Good Faith Efforts to Employ MBEs:

The Bidder acknowledges and agrees to make good faith efforts to employ Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) as Subcontractors and Suppliers of materials under such Contract.

3.7 To Submit a Certified Check or Bid Bond (if required):

The Bidder acknowledges and agrees to submit a Certified Check or Standard Bid Bond prior to the due date and time of the Bid Opening (if required). Download Section 00 43 16 Standard Bid Bond from CTsource for the template and instructions.

3.8 To Accept the Current Prevailing Wage Rate Schedule:

If applicable, the Bidder agrees to accept the current Prevailing Wage Rate Schedule, as well as the annual adjustment to the prevailing wage rate that is in effect each July 1st, as provided by DOL. See Section 00 73 44 Prevailing Wage Rates/Contractor’s Wage Certification/Payroll Certification. Annual adjustments of prevailing wage rates will not be considered a matter for a contract amendment with DEEP.

3.9 To Comply With CHRO Requirements:

If applicable, the Apparent Low Bidder acknowledges and agrees to provide the Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities with such information as is requested by the Commission concerning their employment practices and procedures as they relate to the current provisions of the Connecticut General Statutes governing Contract requirements within ten (10) calendar days after receipt of the “Letter of Intent” from the DEEP Project Manager.

3.10 To Comply With BABA Requirements for Projects with Federal Financial Assistance:

When applicable to this Project, the Bidder acknowledges and agrees to comply with the requirements of the Federal Government’s “Build America, Buy America Act (BABA)”, enacted as part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act on November 15, 2021 and effective October 23, 2023. See Invitation to Bid for applicability.

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5.0 Bid Proposal Declarations:

I (we), the undersigned, hereby declare that I am (we are)…