Dixwell Community House Signage

The City of New Haven, located in New Haven County, Connecticut, is soliciting bids for a comprehensive signage package for the Dixwell Community House through Solicitation #2025-IFB-279. The project requires a contractor to design and install a complete wayfinding system, including vehicular traffic directional signage, pedestrian directional signs, and interior wayfinding solutions. The Invitation to Bid (ITB) specifies nine line items covering various sign types, with a quantity of one each for general conditions and specific sign designations A through H. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for October 29, 2025, at 10:00 am at the Dixwell Community House, with bid submissions due on November 12, 2025, at 3:00 pm through the City's eProcurement Portal. Bidders must submit various certifications, including a Current Workforce Certificate and Statement of Qualifications, and be prepared to provide detailed financial information upon request. The contract term is one year, with potential renewals at the City's discretion, and the procurement will follow local preference and living wage requirements.

The procurement includes a mandatory 25% participation goal for minority and women-owned small businesses, as outlined in the MBE Utilization Form. Contractors must document their outreach and achievement of this diversity requirement, with potential penalties for non-compliance. The City has specifically waived the Sheltered/Special Commercial Disability (SCD) contractor requirement, allowing broader market participation. Bidders will be subject to additional requirements, including a non-refundable EEOC pre-award conference fee ranging from $100 to $4,000 based on contract value. While specific budget details are not explicitly stated, the project involves creating a comprehensive signage solution for a community facility. Potential bidders must comply with various municipal regulations, including living wage ordinances, equal employment opportunity provisions, and detailed reporting requirements. The procurement is funded through American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds, with strict compliance and reporting standards associated with the federal funding source.