INVITATION TO BID

CGB01827A

PROSPECT HOUSE - BUILDING RENOVATIONS

CITY OF BRIDGEPORT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC PURCHASES

999 BROAD STREET

BRIDGEPORT CT 06604

Submission Deadline:

Tuesday, October 27, 2026 by 2:00 pm

Table Of Contents

1. Introduction

2. Invitation to Bid

3. Bid Information

4. Scope of Work

5. Bid Sheet

6. Submission Instructions

7. Terms and Conditions

8. Vendor Questionnaire & Submission

Attachments:

A - Davis Bacon Wage_General Decision Number CT20260020 05182026

B - GENERAL CONDITIONS - FINAL REV. FEB 2026 - HIGHER LIMITS

C - HCD - Draft Agreement

D - Construction Services Insurance Rider

1. Introduction

The City of Bridgeport seeks bids for Prospect House - Building Renovations.

The requirements of this bid are outlined in greater detail under Bid Information & Statement of

Work Section.

The selected awardee must meet all municipal, State and Federal practices and requirements.

1.1. Department of Housing and Community Development

The City of Bridgeport Department of Housing & Community Development

(HCD) developed as part of the City's broader effort to address affordable housing, neighborhood revitalization, poverty, homelessness, and deteriorating housing conditions. Its work is closely connected to federal housing and community-development programs administered through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

2. Invitation to Bid

The City of Bridgeport's Department of Housing & Community Development (HCD) seeks bids for the renovation of the 3rd and 4th floor Bedrooms, Bathrooms Kitchen, Offices, Lounges, and

Staircase from the 1st floor leading up to the 4th floor. The selected contractor is required to provide materials, equipment, labor and high level of competency on the designated job to meet

CT State Building Code, and that of Bridgeport. Interested firms should respond to this request on or before the time due for submission.

Submissions will be received by the City of Bridgeport, Department of Public Purchases, 2nd floor, 999 Broad Street, Bridgeport, CT 06604 until 2:00 pm on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at which time and then at said office will be publicly opened.

Any questions regarding this bid must be presented in writing and may be posted directly on the

OpenGov Procurement https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/bridgeportct website question sections. The cut-off date for questions and answers is 4:00 pmon Tuesday, October 13, 2026.

All answers will be published in the form of an addenda. All bidders shall check https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/bridgeportct regularly to see if any addendums are issued.

3. Bid Information

3.1. Contractors Requirements and Responsibilities

Contractor must be licensed in the State of Connecticut, and all employees must be properly certified and qualified to perform the work. Out of state bidder must provide the City of

Bridgeport with a Certificate of Authority to Do Business in the State of Connecticut within five days of a Notice of Intent to Award. This can be obtained from the Connecticut Secretary of

State.

The contractor will be responsible for the safety of the work site.

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The contractor is responsible obtaining and paying for any and all permits as required.

This contract award will require that the successful vendor have a valid SAM, DUNS, CT and

Federal Tax ID numbers prior to commencing work.

The Contractor is prohibited from assigning, transferring, conveying, subletting, or otherwise disposing of the ultimate contract award or its rights, title or interest therein or its power to execute such agreement to any other person, company or corporation without the prior consent and approval in writing by the City.

3.2. General Contractors Responsibilities

The Contractor shall:

•Verify all existing dimensions, elevations, utilities, and site conditions before beginning work.

•Obtain and pay for all required permits, inspections, approvals, and related fees.

•Do not commence work until all required permits and authorizations are obtained.

•Provide new materials that are free from defects.

•Protect all areas from moisture, dust, debris, and construction-related damage.

•Maintain a safe, secure, and orderly work area throughout installation.

•Repair or replace any damage areas, furniture etc. during installation at no additional cost to the Owner.

•Always maintain a clean and safe job site. All debris shall be removed regularly and deposited off in accordance with local regulations.

•Temporary protection must be installed such as signage, barriers shall be provided to protect the public, and workers.

3.3. Bid Bond

Include with the submitted bid, a ten (10%) percent bid bond or a certified check made payable to the City of Bridgeport with bid submission if the bid is $100,000.00 or more.

3.4. Payment and Performance Bond

The successful bidder, prior to permission to proceed, will be required to post payment & performance bonds of 100% of the contract price if the contract price is $100,000 or more.

3.5. Davis-Bacon Wage Rates

Davis-Bacon wage rates apply, see attachment section copy of the wage determination.

Davis-Bacon Act. The law provides that contracts in excess of $2,000 involving the United

States or the District of Columbia for construction, alteration, or repair (including painting and decorating) of public buildings or public works within the U.S., must contain a clause (see

Federal Acquisition Regulation part 52.222-6) that no laborer or mechanic employed directly upon the site of the work shall receive less than the prevailing wage rates as determined by the

U.S. Secretary of Labor.

https://www.acquisition.gov/far/part-52#FAR_52_222_6

3.6. Certificate of Insurance (COI)

It is strongly recommended that a certificate of insurance (COI) including workers compensation with the City listed as additionally insured be included with your bid submission. Prior to award a satisfactory COI will be required. Policies listing auto and general liability insurance with endorsement of additional insure and notice of cancellation will be requested.

3.7. Minority and Buy Local

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3.8. Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and, or as a City Based Business (CBB):

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4. Scope of Work

4.1. Project Description

The work of this Contract consists of the Prospect House - Building Renovations. The intent of the contract is to provide for construction and completion, in every detail, of the work described.

It is further intended that the Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, tools, transportation, and supplies required to complete the work in accordance with the plans, specifications, and terms of the contract. The work of this contract is located in the City of

Bridgeport.

4.2. Scope of Work & Specifications

THIRD & FOURTH FLOOR SCOPE OF WORK & SPECIFICATIONS

1. Apply compound, sand and repaint on all walls in laundry room

2. Install fire rated walls in kitchen, and apply compound, sand, and paint

3. Furnish and install new floors throughout prescribed areas

4. Repair the damaged and broken stair components.

4.3. STAIRCASE

Provide and install rubber stair treads, 36" x 12", black, heavy-duty commercial grade, with slip resistant/nonskid surface. Treads shall be durable, resilient, and suitable for high-traffic interior stairways. Install securely over clean, sound stair surfaces using manufacturer-recommended adhesive and installation methods. Include all necessary adhesives, accessories, cutting, fitting, and labor for a complete installation on all stairs from 1st floor to stair leading to roof.

4.4. THIRD FLOOR KITCHEN

1. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers were required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

2. Provide and install new cabinet hardware, including knobs and/or pulls, in a style and finish approved by the Owner. Remove existing hardware, patch and prepare holes as necessary, and install new hardware properly aligned and securely fastened. Include all necessary materials, accessories, labor, and touch-up work required for a complete installation.

3. Provide labor and materials to prepare and refinish existing kitchen cabinet doors, drawers’ fronts, and exposed cabinet surfaces with a high-quality walnut stain finish. Include thorough cleaning, sanding, surface preparation, and application of stain and protective clear finish as required to achieve a uniform, durable appearance.

4. Provide and install commercial-grade Mohawk RevWood Plus, water-resistant laminate flooring suitable for use in laundry rooms and other areas subject to frequent cleaning, moisture, and occasional surface water exposure. Flooring shall be designed for commercial applications and shall be durable, stain-resistant, abrasion-resistant, and suitable for heavy foot traffic or approved equal.

4.5. THIRD FLOOR LAUNDROMAT

1. Provide and install commercial-grade Mohawk RevWood Plus, water-resistant laminate flooring suitable for use in laundry rooms and other areas subject to frequent cleaning, moisture, and occasional surface water exposure. Flooring shall be designed for commercial applications and shall be durable, stain-resistant, abrasion-resistant, and suitable for heavy foot traffic or approved equal.

2. Provide and apply complete compound sand textured paint finish to interior walls and/or ceilings, including surface preparation, joint compound, primer, textured coating, and finish coats.

3. Provide and install commercial-grade Mohawk RevWood Plus, water-resistant laminate flooring suitable for use in laundry rooms and other areas subject to frequent cleaning, moisture, and occasional surface water exposure. Flooring shall be designed for commercial applications and shall be durable, stain-resistant, abrasion-resistant, and suitable for heavy foot traffic or approved equal.

4. Provide resistant laminate flooring system, including laminate planks, underlayment, trims, transition strips, adhesives, fasteners where it’s required, and all accessories necessary for complete installation or equivalent.

4.6. THIRD FLOOR LOUNGE

1. Provide and install commercial-grade Mohawk RevWood Plus, water-resistant laminate flooring suitable for use in laundry rooms and other areas subject to frequent cleaning, moisture, and occasional surface water exposure. Flooring shall be designed for commercial applications and shall be durable, stain-resistant, abrasion-resistant, and suitable for heavy foot traffic or approved equal.

2. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

4.7. THIRD FLOOR BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS

BEDROOM# 301 3RD FLOOR

1. The contractor shall verify existing conditions prior to demolition and notify the owner of any concealed conditions or damaged framing discovered after demolition.

2. The contractor shall demolish the existing floor. Remove the floor components to designated dump area.

3. Provide and install laminate floors over existing subfloors including required underlayment, transition strips, trim and all necessary preparation and all installation other materials.

4. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

BATHROOM #301 3RD FLOOR

1. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

BEDROOM# 303 3RD FLOOR

1. The contractor shall verify existing conditions prior to demolition and notify the owner of any concealed conditions or damaged framing discovered after demolition.

2. The contractor shall demolish the existing floor. Remove the floor components to designated dump area.

3. Provide and install laminate floors over existing subfloors including required underlayment, transition strips, , trim and all necessary preparation and all installation other materials.

4. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

3 BATHROOM # 303 3RD FLOOR

1. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

BEDROOM# 304 3RD FLOOR

1. The contractor shall verify existing conditions prior to demolition and notify the owner of any concealed conditions or damaged framing discovered after demolition.

2. The contractor shall demolish the existing floor. Remove the floor components to designated dump area.

3. Provide and install laminate floors over existing subfloors including required underlayment, transition strips, , trim and all necessary preparation and all installation other materials.

4. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers were required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

BATHROOM# 304 3RD FLOOR

1. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

BEDROOM# 305 3RD FLOOR

1. The contractor shall verify existing conditions prior to demolition and notify the owner of any concealed conditions or damaged framing discovered after demolition.

2. The contractor shall demolish the existing floor. Remove the floor components to designated dump area.

3. Provide and install laminate floors over existing subfloors including required underlayment, transition strips, trim and all necessary preparation and all installation other materials.

4. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

BATHROOM#305 3RD FLOOR

1. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

BEDROOM# 306 3RD FLOOR

1. The contractor shall verify existing conditions prior to demolition and notify the owner of any concealed conditions or damaged framing discovered after demolition.

2. The contractor shall demolish the existing floor. Remove the floor components to designated dump area.

3. Provide and install laminate floors over existing subfloors including required underlayment, transition strips, trim and all necessary preparation and all installation other materials.

4. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers were required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

BATHROOM#306 3RD FLOOR

1. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

BEDROOM# 308 3RD FLOOR

1. The contractor shall verify existing conditions prior to demolition and notify the owner of any concealed conditions or damaged framing discovered after demolition.

2. The contractor shall demolish the existing floor. Remove the floor components to designated dump area.

3. Provide and install laminate floors over existing subfloors including required underlayment, transition strips, trim and all necessary preparation and all installation other materials.

4. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers were required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

BATHROOM# 308 3RD FLOOR

1. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

BEDROOM# 310 3RD FLOOR

1. The contractor shall verify existing conditions prior to demolition and notify the owner of any concealed conditions or damaged framing discovered after demolition.

2. The contractor shall demolish the existing floor. Remove the floor components to designated dump area.

3. Provide and install laminate floors over existing subfloors including required underlayment, transition strips, trim and all necessary preparation and all installation of other materials.

4. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

BATHROOM# 310 3RD FLOOR

1. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

BEDROOM# 312 3RD FLOOR

1. The contractor shall verify existing conditions prior to demolition and notify the owner of any concealed conditions or damaged framing discovered after demolition.

2. The contractor shall demolish the existing floor. Remove the floor components to designated dump area.

3. Provide and install laminate floors over existing subfloors including required underlayment, transition strips, trim and all necessary preparation and all installation other materials.

4. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, BATHROOM# 312 3RD FLOOR primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

BEDROOM# 314 3RD FLOOR

1. The contractor shall verify existing conditions prior to demolition and notify the owner of any concealed conditions or damaged framing discovered after demolition.

2. The contractor shall demolish the existing floor. Remove the floor components to designated dump area.

3. Provide and install laminate floors over existing subfloors including required underlayment, transition strips, trim and all necessary preparation and all installation other materials.

4. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers where it’s ‘required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

BATHROOM# 314 3RD FLOOR

1. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

BEDROOM# 315 3RD FLOOR

1. The contractor shall verify existing conditions prior to demolition and notify the owner of any concealed conditions or damaged framing discovered after demolition.

2. The contractor shall demolish the existing floor. Remove the floor components to designated dump area.

3. Provide and install laminate floors over existing subfloors including required underlayment, transition strips, trim and all necessary preparation and all installation other materials.

4. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

BATHROOM#315 3RD FLOOR

1. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

4.8. THIRD FLOOR OFFICES

OFFICE #302 3RD FLOOR

1. The contractor shall verify existing conditions prior to demolition and notify the owner of any concealed conditions or damaged framing discovered after demolition.

2. The contractor shall demolish the existing floor. Remove the floor components to designated dump area.

3. Provide and install laminate floors over existing subfloors including required underlayment, transition strips, trim and all necessary preparation and all installation other materials.

4. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

OFFICE # 313 3RD FLOOR

1. The contractor shall verify existing conditions prior to demolition and notify the owner of any concealed conditions or damaged framing discovered after demolition.

2. The contractor shall demolish the existing floor. Remove the floor components to designated dump area.

3. Provide and install laminate floors over existing subfloors including required underlayment, transition strips, trim and all necessary preparation and all installation other materials.

4. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

OFFICE #316 3RD FLOOR

1. The contractor shall verify existing conditions prior to demolition and notify the owner of any concealed conditions or damaged framing discovered after demolition.

2. The contractor shall demolish the existing floor. Remove the floor components to designated dump area.

3. Provide and install laminate floors over existing subfloors including required underlayment, transition strips, trim and all necessary preparation and all installation other materials.

4. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

4.9. FOURTH FLOOR BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS

BEDROOM# 401 4th FLOOR

1. The contractor shall verify existing conditions prior to demolition and notify the owner of any concealed conditions or damaged framing discovered after demolition.

2. The contractor shall demolish the existing floor. Remove the floor components to designated dump area.

3. Provide and install laminate floors over existing subfloors including required underlayment, transition strips, trim and all necessary preparation and all installation other materials.

4. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, BATHROOM#401 4th FLOOR primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

BEDROOM# 403 4th FLOOR

1. The contractor shall verify existing conditions prior to demolition and notify the owner of any concealed conditions or damaged framing discovered after demolition.

2. The contractor shall demolish the existing floor. Remove the floor components to designated dump area.

3. Provide and install laminate floors over existing subfloors including required underlayment, transition strips, trim and all necessary preparation and all installation other materials.

4. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

BATHROOM# 403 4th FLOOR

1. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

BEDROOM# 404 4th FLOOR

1. The contractor shall verify existing conditions prior to demolition and notify the owner of any concealed conditions or damaged framing discovered after demolition.

2. The contractor shall demolish the existing floor. Remove the floor components to designated dump area.

3. Provide and install laminate floors over existing subfloors including required underlayment, transition strips, trim and all necessary preparation and all installation other materials.

4. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

BATHROOM#404 4th FLOOR

1. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

BEDROOM# 405 4th FLOOR

1. The contractor shall verify existing conditions prior to demolition and notify the owner of any concealed conditions or damaged framing discovered after demolition.

2. The contractor shall demolish the existing floor. Remove the floor components to designated dump area.

3. Provide and install laminate floors over existing subfloors including required underlayment, transition strips, trim and all necessary preparation and all installation other materials.

4. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, BATHROOM#405 4th FLOOR primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

BEDROOM# 406 4th FLOOR

1. The contractor shall verify existing conditions prior to demolition and notify the owner of any concealed conditions or damaged framing discovered after demolition.

2. The contractor shall demolish the existing floor. Remove the floor components to designated dump area.

3. Provide and install laminate floors over existing subfloors including required underlayment, transition strips, trim and all necessary preparation and all installation other materials.

4. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

BATHROOM#406 4th FLOOR

1. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

BEDROOM# 407 4th FLOOR

1. The contractor shall verify existing conditions prior to demolition and notify the owner of any concealed conditions or damaged framing discovered after demolition.

2. The contractor shall demolish the existing floor. Remove the floor components to designated dump area.

3. Provide and install laminate floors over existing subfloors including required underlayment, transition strips, trim and all necessary preparation and all installation other materials.

4. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

BATHROOM#407 4th FLOOR

1. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers were required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

BEDROOM# 408 4th FLOOR

1. The contractor shall verify existing conditions prior to demolition and notify the owner of any concealed conditions or damaged framing discovered after demolition.

2. The contractor shall demolish the existing floor. Remove the floor components to designated dump area.

3. Provide and install laminate floors over existing subfloors including required underlayment, transition strips, trim and all necessary preparation and all installation other materials.

4. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, BATHROOM#408 4th FLOOR primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

BEDROOM# 409 4th FLOOR

1. The contractor shall verify existing conditions prior to demolition and notify the owner of any concealed conditions or damaged framing discovered after demolition.

2. The contractor shall demolish the existing floor. Remove the floor components to designated dump area.

3. Provide and install laminate floors over existing subfloors including required underlayment, transition strips, trim and all necessary preparation and all installation other materials.

4. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

BATHROOM#409 4th FLOOR

1. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers were required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

BEDROOM# 410 4th FLOOR

1. The contractor shall verify existing conditions prior to demolition and notify the owner of any concealed conditions or damaged framing discovered after demolition.

2. The contractor shall demolish the existing floor. Remove the floor components to designated dump area.

3. Provide and install laminate floors over existing subfloors including required underlayment, transition strips, trim and all necessary preparation and all installation other materials.

4. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

BATHROOM#410 4th FLOOR

1. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

BEDROOM# 412 4th FLOOR

1. The contractor shall verify existing conditions prior to demolition and notify the owner of any concealed conditions or damaged framing discovered after demolition.

2. The contractor shall demolish the existing floor. Remove the floor components to designated dump area.

3. Provide and install laminate floors over existing subfloors including required underlayment, transition strips, trim and all necessary preparation and all installation other materials.

4. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, BATHROOM#412 4th FLOOR primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

BEDROOM# 413 4th FLOOR

1. The contractor shall verify existing conditions prior to demolition and notify the owner of any concealed conditions or damaged framing discovered after demolition.

2. The contractor shall demolish the existing floor. Remove the floor components to designated dump area.

3. Provide and install laminate floors over existing subfloors including required underlayment, transition strips, trim and all necessary preparation and all installation other materials.

4. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

BATHROOM# 413 4th FLOOR

1. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

BEDROOM# 414 4th FLOOR

1. The contractor shall verify existing conditions prior to demolition and notify the owner of any concealed conditions or damaged framing discovered after demolition.

2. The contractor shall demolish the existing floor. Remove the floor components to designated dump area.

3. Provide and install laminate floors over existing subfloors including required underlayment, transition strips, trim and all necessary preparation and all installation other materials.

4. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

BATHROOM# 414 4th FLOOR

1. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

4.10. FOURTH FLOOR OFFICES

OFFICE #402 4TH FLOOR

1. The contractor shall verify existing conditions prior to demolition and notify the owner of any concealed conditions or damaged framing discovered after demolition.

2. The contractor shall demolish the existing floor. Remove the floor components to designated dump area.

3. Provide and install laminate floors over existing subfloors including required underlayment, transition strips, trim and all necessary preparation and all installation other materials.

4. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, OFFICE #409 4TH FLOOR

1. The contractor shall verify existing conditions prior to demolition and notify the owner of any concealed conditions or damaged framing discovered after demolition.

2. The contractor shall demolish the existing floor. Remove the floor components to designated dump area.

3. Provide and install laminate floors over existing subfloors including required underlayment, transition strips, trim and all necessary preparation and all installation other materials.

4. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

OFFICE #411 4th FLOOR

1. The contractor shall verify existing conditions prior to demolition and notify the owner of any concealed conditions or damaged framing discovered after demolition.

2. The contractor shall demolish the existing floor. Remove the floor components to designated dump area.

3. Provide and install laminate floors over existing subfloors including required underlayment, transition strips, trim and all necessary preparation and all installation other materials.

4. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers were required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

OFFICE #415 4TH FLOOR

1. The contractor shall verify existing conditions prior to demolition and notify the owner of any concealed conditions or damaged framing discovered after demolition.

2. The contractor shall demolish the existing floor. Remove the floor components to designated dump area.

3. Provide and install laminate floors over existing subfloors including required underlayment, transition strips, trim and all necessary preparation and all installation other materials.

4. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

OFFICE #416 4Th FLOOR

1. The contractor shall verify existing conditions prior to demolition and notify the owner of any concealed conditions or damaged framing discovered after demolition.

2. The contractor shall demolish the existing floor. Remove the floor components to designated dump area.

3. Provide and install laminate floors over existing subfloors including required underlayment, transition strips, trim and all necessary preparation and all installation other materials.

4. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation,

4.11. FOURTH FLOOR LAUNDROMAT

1. Provide and install commercial-grade Mohawk RevWood Plus, water-resistant laminate flooring suitable for use in laundry rooms and other areas subject to frequent cleaning, moisture, and occasional surface water exposure. Flooring shall be designed for commercial applications and shall be durable, stain-resistant, abrasion-resistant, and suitable for heavy foot traffic or approved equal.

2. Provide and apply two coats of paint to all walls, including necessary surface preparation, primers where it’s required, and all material necessary and labor to complete the work.

4.12. AREA OF REFUGE

1. Provide and install commercial-grade Mohawk RevWood Plus, water-resistant laminate flooring suitable for use in laundry rooms and other areas subject to frequent cleaning, moisture, and occasional surface water exposure. Flooring shall be designed for commercial applications and shall be durable, stain-resistant, abrasion-resistant, and suitable for heavy foot traffic or approved equal.

4.13. Key Deliverables

The City of Bridgeport must provide a list of key deliverables.

A. Pre-Construction

B. Permit Acquisition

C. Procurement of Materials

D. Demolition

E. Installation

F. Inspection

G. Substantial Walk Through

H. Hand Over

4.14. Schedule, Timeline, and Milestone Tracking

Proposers are required to complete and Schedule of Work form located in the Vendor

Questionnaire & Submission section.

5. Bid Sheet

PROPOSED PROJECT COST 3RD FLOOR

Line Item Description Quantity Unit of

Measure Unit Cost Total

1 STAIRCASE 1 EA

Line Item Description Quantity Unit of

Measure Unit Cost Total

2 LAUNDROMAT 1 EA

3 KITCHEN 1 EA

4 3RD FLOOR BEDROOMS &

BATHROOMS

10 EA

5 OFFICES 3 EA

6 LOUNGE 1 EA

TOTAL

PROPOSED PROJECT COST 4TH FLOOR

Line Item Description Quantity Unit of

Measure Unit Cost Total

1 4TH FLOOR BEDROOMS &

BATHROOMS

12 EA

2 LAUNDROMAT 1 EA

3 OFFICES 5 EA

4 AREA OF REFUGE 1 EA

TOTAL

6. Submission Instructions

6.1. Submission Instructions

All submissions must be submitted via the procurement portal.

Special Submission Circumstances: The procurement portal, OpenGov, is the electronic bid submission process of choice for City of Bridgeport purchases. In the event, a bidder is unable to submit electronically through the city’s procurement portal, bids can be submitted, by mail, as outlined below. Non-electronic submissions are accepted on an exception only basis.

6.2. Contacting the City of Bridgeport

The exclusive means by which all prospective respondents may obtain ITB packages, direct inquires, request and receive addenda and supplemental information, and submit proposals shall be through the City of Bridgeport’s bidding platform.

The City of Bridgeport has made it possible for vendors to view our solicitations, download bid packages and ask questions, free of charge.

Instructions to do so are as follows:

1. Go to the procurement portal, OpenGov https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/bridgeportct

2. Click on any bid you see. It will take you that bid’s page.

3. On the right-hand side of the page, click on Register now for free!

4. After you register, you'll be able to view/download or ask questions on any bid you have interest in.

If you have any trouble registering, please contact OpenGov using the chat feature or send an email to procurement-support@opengov.com

General Information: All inquiries regarding this bid must be presented in writing and may be posted directly on the procurement portal, OpenGov. All answers will be published in the form of addenda on the procurement portal.

Addenda Notification: Respondents are required to register on the procurement portal, OpenGov. Once the respondent has completed registration, they will receive addenda notifications in their email. Ultimately, it is the sole responsibility of each respondent to periodically check the site for any addenda.

Late Submissions: The City of Bridgeport will not assume responsibility if a submission is misdirected, or its delivery is delayed. The city will not accept late submission. It shall be the sole responsibility of the submitter to pay for any type of delivery service charge, and to see that the Office of the Purchasing Agent receives his/her submission on time. The clock used shall be the Purchasing Agent’s official date and time stamp clock. The City does not assume financial responsibility for late deliveries by the U.S. Postal System or any other delivery service.

6.3. Electronic Submission Instructions

THIS METHOD IS PREFERRED.

The City of Bridgeport is accepting electronic bid submissions. Bidders shall create a FREE account with OpenGov Procurement by signing up at https://procurement.opengov.com/signup.

Once you have completed account registration, browse back to this page, click on "Submit

Response", and follow the instructions to submit the electronic bid.

6.4. Paper Submission Instructions

SPECIAL SUBMISSION CIRCUMSTANCES ONLY

https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/bridgeportct mailto:procurement-support@opengov.com https://procurement.opengov.com/signup

SEALED ONE (1) ORIGINAL, THREE (3) COPIES AND ONE (1) ELECTRONIC VIA

THUMBDRIVE MUST BE SUBMITTED.

Bid Submission: Sealed submissions must be received and time-stamped by the Department of

Public Purchases prior to ITB closing time. No submission received after closing time will be considered. The opening will be in the City of Bridgeport Department of Public Purchases’

Conference Room. To ensure proper handling and avoid misdirected delivery, please mark your

ITB envelope as follows:

CGB01827A Prospect House - Building Renovations

If your envelope is not marked accordingly, the City will not assume responsibility for late delivery or deliver to the incorrect location.

Mail your submissions to:

Jennifer Krajnak City of Bridgeport Department of Public Purchases 2nd floor, 999 Broad Street Bridgeport, CT 06604

ITB submissions are due:

Tuesday, October 27, 2026 no later than 2:00 pm Eastern Standard Time (EST)

Late Submissions: The City of Bridgeport will not assume responsibility if a submission is misdirected, or its delivery is delayed. The city will not accept late submission. It shall be the sole responsibility of the submitter to pay for any type of delivery service charge, and to see that the Office of the Purchasing Agent receives his/her submission on time. The clock used shall be the Purchasing Agent’s official date and time stamp clock. The City does not assume financial responsibility for late deliveries by the U.S. Postal System or any other delivery service.

NOTE: IF THE MARGARET E. MORTON GOVERNMENT CENTER, 999 BROAD STREET

BRIDGEPORT, CT IS CLOSED FOR ANY UNFORESEEN EVENT, BIDS WILL BE DUE AT

THE SAME TIME ON THE NEXT BUSINESS DAY THAT THE MARGARET E. MORTON

GOVERNMENT CENTER IS OPEN

6.5. Submission Compliance

Certificates of Insurance: Certificates of insurance will be required from the awarded contractor prior to the commencement of any work and shall be furnished to the Department of

Public Purchases, Margaret E. Morton Government Center, Second Floor, 999 Broad Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut 06604 and must be shown to the City of Bridgeport as an additional insured with thirty (30) days’ notice for cancellation or non-renewal of policy. A copy of the endorsement insurance will also be required for this project.

No Conflicts| Disclosure: the awarded contractor must accurately complete and submit the No

Conflicts/Disclosure Form when it receives a Notice of Intent to Award. Failure to submit the No

Conflicts within three (3) business days of receipt of the Notice of Intent may result in the loss of the award.

Non-Collusion Affidavit: all bidders must accurately complete and submit non-collusion affidavits with all bids or bids will be considered non-responsive.

Addendums: all bidders shall check the procurement portal regularly to see if any addendums are issued.

Contract Award Requirements: the contract award will require that the successful will require that the successful vendor have a valid SAM, DUNS, CT, and Federal Tax ID numbers prior to commencing work.

6.6. Reservation of Rights

This solicitation is for an “Invitation to Bid (ITB) only”. This invitation to bid is not to be construed as a specific proposal or an offer to buy any products or services. Notwithstanding anything else herein to the contrary, the City expressly reserves all rights in its sole discretion and in the best interests of the City at any time prior to the selection of a preferred respondent and purchase order:

Bid Rejection: The City of Bridgeport reserves the right to reject any and all bids in whole or in part or to accept any bid, in its sole discretion if doing so deemed to be in the best interest of the

City of Bridgeport. This includes the right to reject any or all bids or to decline to make an award. Further, the City of Bridgeport reserves the right to make an award to more than one bidder or make awards not based solely on low bid when time is of the essence.

Expenses: The City shall not be responsible for and/or shall not pay any costs associated with the preparation, submission, or presentation of any submission, or costs incurred by the responding firms during the interview and negotiations phase of the solicitation process

Information and Materials: Any information or materials submitted to this ITB shall become the property of the City of Bridgeport and will not be returned. All submitted materials will be available for public review.

MSDS: The City of Bridgeport may request MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) or additional product information and literature or samples on any brands or products proposed as equivalents to those listed herein prior to award or to be included with shipment.

Tax Delinquency: The City of Bridgeport reserves the right to ensure bidders are not delinquent on any City real estate and personal property taxes, ate the time of bid opening.

Purchase Order: No work of deliveries shall be performed under the contract award until a

Purchase Order has been issued by the Purchasing Department.

Contract Award: The City of Bridgeport reserves the right to award a purchase order to the responsible bidder whose bid, conforming to the solicitation, will be most advantageous to the

City of Bridgeport in terms of cost. Other factors such as lead time, equipment, availability and other factors specified in this solicitation may be considered.

Bid Dates: The City of Bridgeport reserves the right to modify any dates other terms of the ITB upon posting notice. Please keep in mind dates are estimates only and are subject to change.

Liability: The City of Bridgeport is not liable to any Respondent for damages of any type, however arising.

Title: vendors are prohibited from assigning, transferring, conveying, subletting, or otherwise disposing of the ultimate contract award or its rights, title or interest therein or its power to execute such agreement to any other person, company or corporation without the prior consent and approval in writing by the City.

Taxes: bidders should not include any taxes in their quotation for which the city is not liable. The City of Bridgeport will issue tax-exempt certificates covering the work upon request.

7. Terms and Conditions

The selected awardee(s) must meet all municipal, State and Federal practices and requirements.

7.1. Terms and Conditions

All City of Bridgeport contracture terms, conditions, and requirements apply.

7.2. Payment Terms

All payments will be made in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth in the resulting

Agreement.

7.3. Warranty and Support

In addition to any warranty implied by law or fact, and any other express warranties, bidder expressly warrants all items to be free from defects in design, workmanship and materials to conform strictly to applicable specifications and to be fit and sufficient for the purpose intended to be merchantable. All warranties shall survive inspection, test, acceptance of and payment by the City.

7.4. Openness of Procurement Process

Written responses, other discussions, correspondence, and all other pertinent records shall be handled as public records in compliance with State and Federal open records statutes and regulations.

7.5. Errors and Omissions

Once a response is submitted, the City of Bridgeport may consider requests by any contractor to correct errors or omissions but shall retain sole discretionary authority to determine the outcome of such a request.

7.6. Collusion

By offering a response to this ITB the supplier certifies that no attempt has been made or will be made by the consultant to induce any other person or firm to submit or not to submit a proposal for the purpose of restricting competition. All persons interested in this project, principal or principals being named therein, and no other person have an interest in this project or in the

Agreement which they may participate in. No person or agency has been employed or retained to solicit or secure this Agreement upon an agreement or understanding for a commission, percentage, brokerage, or contingent fee, excepting legitimate employees or established commercial agencies maintained by the consultant for the purpose of doing business. All firms interested in this project (including the firm's employees, representatives, agents, lobbyists attorneys and subconsultants) will refrain, under penalty of disqualification, from direct or indirect contact for the purpose of influencing the selection or creating bias in the selection process with any person who may play a part in the selection process, including the evaluation panel and other administrative staff. The policy is intended to create a level playing field for all potential firms; assure that contract decisions are made in public and to protect the integrity of the selection process.

7.7. Suspension and Debarment

The City will not participate in contracts with parties that have been debarred, suspended or excluded from Federal assistance programs per 2 CFR part 180 and part 1532 and 40 CFR part

31.35. Further, the respondent is required to verify that the respondent, or its principals, as defined at 49 CFR 19.995, or affiliates, as defined at 49 CFR 29.905, are excluded or disqualified as defined at 49 CFR 29.40 and 29.945.

The respondent is required to comply with 49 CFR 29, Subpart C and must include the requirement to comply with 49 CFR 29, Subpart C in any lower-tier covered transaction it participates in.

By signing and submitting its bid or proposal, the respondent or proposer certifies as follows:

The certification in this clause is a material representation of fact relied upon by the City if it is later determined that the respondent or proposer knowingly rendered an erroneous certification, in addition to remedies available to the City the Federal Government may pursue available remedies, including but not limited to suspension and/or debarment. The respondent or proposer agrees to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR 29, Subpart C while this offer is valid and throughout the period of any contract that may arise from this offer. The respondent or proposer further agrees to include a provision requiring such compliance in its lower-tier covered transactions.

7.8. Insurance Requirements

Prior to award a satisfactory Certificate of Insurance (COI) will be required. See attachment section for Construction Services insurance coverage.

7.9. Conflict of Interest

The proposer certifies that to the best to their knowledge or belief, no elected/appointed official or employee of the City is financially interested, directly or indirectly, in the purchase of the foods or services specified in this Request for Proposal.

Proposers are required to complete and answer the No Conflict form located in the Vendor

Questionnaire & Submission section.

7.10. City Exempt from Certain Taxes

The City is exempt from certain Connecticut sales taxes under Title 12, Chapter 219 of the

Connecticut General Statues, as amended from time to…