B027-14 City Sidewalks

The City of Meriden, Connecticut is requesting bids on the construction of concrete sidewalks, curbs, and handicap ramps on Harvard Avenue from Lambert Avenue to Hamilton Street under solicitation B027-14, with bids due October 2, 2026. This is a prevailing wage project subject to Connecticut General Statutes Section 31-53; all contractors and subcontractors must comply with prevailing wage requirements, submit weekly certified payrolls, and ensure OSHA 10-hour construction safety and health course completion for all mechanics, laborers, and workers.

The scope comprises approximately 10,000 square feet of concrete sidewalk, 3,050 square feet of driveway apron, 2,000 linear feet of concrete curb, and 600 square feet of pedestrian handicap ramps, divided into two sections: Section A from Lambert Avenue to Bradley Avenue, and Section B from Bradley Avenue to Hamilton Street. The project will be constructed under a lump-sum stipulated-price contract with 5% retainage on progress payments. Liquidated damages are assessed at $500 per day for delays beyond substantial completion and $500 per day for delays in completing remaining work thereafter.

Contractors must provide a Performance Bond and Labor and Material Payment Bond, with bond amounts to be determined at contract execution. General Liability coverage of $1 million to $2 million, Auto Liability of $1 million, and Umbrella/Excess Liability are required; the City of Meriden must be named as an Additional Insured on a primary and non-contributory basis on all policies except Workers' Compensation. All insurance carriers must be approved in Connecticut with a minimum AM Best's rating of A-VIII. Connecticut Workers' Compensation coverage must meet statutory limits with Employers' Liability limits of $1 million per accident.

Addendum #1 Revision was posted September 16, 2026 and must be incorporated into all proposals. Contract documents include the EJCDC C-700 Standard General Conditions of the Construction Contract, Supplemental General Conditions, specifications, drawings, and Connecticut Department of Labor wage determinations. Prevailing wage rates are subject to annual adjustment effective July 1st. Monthly progress payment requisitions are submitted to the Engineer/Architect and City of Meriden Purchasing Department on the last day of each month, accompanied by certified payroll documentation.