VendorChangeDetailsReport_26PSX0139_v1_Aug_18_26.pdf

This is a Solicitation Change Details Report for Connecticut Department of Administrative Services (DAS) ITB 26PSX0139 regarding eradication and control of invasive aquatic plant species in Connecticut bodies of water. The solicitation originally had a response deadline of August 18, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. EDT, which was extended to August 21, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. EDT. The contract scope includes aquatic herbicide application, mechanical harvesting, hand-pulling, benthic barriers, monitoring, mapping, inspections, consultation, reporting, and related environmental services for use by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) and other authorized state agencies, municipalities, and political subdivisions. Questions regarding the solicitation were due August 3, 2026 at 12:00 noon, with answers posted as an addendum on or about August 6, 2026. Public opening was conducted online with pricing available within twenty-four hours after the due date. All responses must be submitted online through CTsource; paper bids and other submission methods are not accepted.

This change report documents the addition of two documents: Exhibit B—Price Schedule (revision 8.18.xlsx) and Addenda 1. The contract award will be made to the lowest responsible qualified respondent based on pricing and bidder's past performance in descending order of relative importance. Respondents must provide three references from separate organizations documenting fulfillment of past contract obligations and experience delivering similar services. Bid and performance bonds may be required. No specific line items are designated, with estimated quantities noted as estimates only with no commitment to purchase any particular amount; DAS reserves the right to seek additional discounts or contract separately for individual purchases. Delivery terms are Free on Board Destination with vendor-specified payment terms. Connecticut is exempt from excise, transportation, and sales taxes, which must not be included in bid prices. This ITB replaces contract award 18PSX0145 in part or in total.