VendorChangeDetailsReport_VJT-038-052026_v1_May_14_26.pdf

This is a Solicitation Change Details Report issued by the City of Torrington, Connecticut, documenting an addendum to RFP VJT-038-052026 for construction services at the John Toro Sports Complex. The project involves the development of two sand beach volleyball courts, fencing, walking paths, storm drainage systems, and associated site improvements at 14 Perkins Street in Torrington. The solicitation requires sealed bid submission with one original and three exact copies delivered to City Hall, Room 206, 140 Main Street, Torrington, by May 20, 2026 at 11:00 AM EDT. Vendor questions were accepted through May 13, 2026 at 12:00 PM EDT. Bids must remain valid for a minimum of 90 days following bid opening. The successful contractor must provide all personnel, equipment, vehicles, fuel, materials, supplies, utilities, supervision, and quality control necessary to complete the project. The contract includes a one-year warranty period for all parts from the date of owner acceptance, with an option to renew for up to four additional one-year periods, for a maximum combined contract period of five years.

All bid prices must be quoted as firm, delivered prices F.O.B. Torrington, Connecticut, with state and federal taxes omitted and all costs for labor, materials, equipment, and installation included. Bid security of 5% in the form of a surety bond or certified check payable to the City of Torrington must accompany each bid. The successful bidder must submit a performance bond equal to 100% of the bid amount, a maintenance bond, and a labor and materials bond as required by Connecticut General Statutes Section 49-41 for projects exceeding $25,000. The City of Torrington reserves the right to award the contract to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder or to another bidder if deemed in the public interest, and may split the award among multiple bidders. City-based bidders whose bids exceed the lowest bid by up to 6% are offered the opportunity to match the lowest bid price. The solicitation encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs), Women Business Enterprises (WBEs), and Small Business Enterprises (SBEs), and is posted as an equal opportunity procurement. Inquiries should be directed to Pennie Zucco at 860-489-2225 or pennie_zucco@torringtonct.org.