B027-17 CDBG Sidewalks, Curbs and Ramps

The City of Meriden, Connecticut Engineering Department is requesting bids for construction of concrete sidewalks, curbs, and ramps on Oak Street (West Side) between Olive Street and Lima Street and Liberty Street (South Side) between Catlin Street and Norwood Street, funded by Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) from HUD, with bids due August 25, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. and questions due August 18, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Davis-Bacon prevailing wage requirements apply. The project carries a 25% Small Business Enterprise (SBE) spending goal and 6.25% Minority, Women, and Disabled-owned Business Enterprise (M/W/DisBE) spending goal on the state-funded portion. Section 3 business certifications are permitted and prioritized if the bid is within the project cost estimate and within a specified percentage of the lowest responsive bid.

The scope encompasses approximately 8,200 square feet of concrete sidewalk, 1,650 square feet of driveway aprons, 1,620 linear feet of concrete curb, and 750 square feet of handicap ramps, along with associated work including tree trimming, stump removal, catch basin replacement, and bituminous concrete driveway repairs totaling 250 square yards. Technical drawings establish standard specifications for monolithic curb and sidewalk construction, granite curbing details, and precast concrete curb configurations. Work commences September 15, 2026 and must be substantially completed by December 15, 2026. Liquidated damages of $500 per day apply for delays beyond the substantial completion date.

Bidders must examine all documents and visit the site to familiarize themselves with existing conditions. Electronic bids via the City eProcurement Portal must include a Bid Bond equal to 10% of the bid amount, along with Labor and Material Payment Bonds and a Performance Bond for 100% of the contract price from a corporate surety approved by the City. The contract is a lump-sum stipulated price with monthly progress payments subject to 5% retainage. Certified payroll documentation (weekly for federally funded portions, monthly for state-funded portions) is mandatory. The City is exempt from federal excise taxes and Connecticut state and local sales and use taxes, which should not be included in bid pricing. The Build America Buy America Act applies, requiring domestic content for all iron, steel, manufactured products, and construction materials. Payment occurs within 30 days of project completion.