DOT Patch 139-143 Norwich Ave

The Town of Colchester is soliciting sealed bids for asphalt patching and pavement repairs at 139–143 Norwich Avenue, with bids due September 30, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., and a non-mandatory pre-bid conference on September 9, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at Colchester Town Hall.

The scope is a 2-inch mill and pave operation from shoulder to centerline on a road section approximately 96 feet long by 19 feet wide, executed under Connecticut Department of Transportation Form 819 specifications. The contractor must perform all traffic control under its own DOT Road Entry Permit and maintain a police flagger for all traffic patterns. Mobilization and demobilization costs are included in the bid price, submitted as a lump sum covering all materials, labor, equipment, and incidental costs.

Qualified contractors must be licensed in Connecticut and demonstrate a minimum of 5 years of experience in similar work. Required submissions include a bid guaranty, non-collusion affidavit, statement of qualifications, and equal employment opportunity certification. Insurance requirements are Commercial General Liability of $1 million per occurrence with $2 million general aggregate, Auto Liability of $1 million combined single limit, Excess/Umbrella Liability of $3 million, and statutory workers' compensation coverage.

Contract award will proceed within 60 days of bid opening to the lowest qualified responsible bidder. A 5 percent retainage will be held until satisfactory project completion, with monthly payments made within 30 days of invoice approval. Inquiries must be submitted at least seven days prior to the bid opening date to receive consideration as an addendum.