Essex Library Association Window Glass Replacement Program

The Essex Library Association has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB #14597) for a comprehensive window glass replacement project located at 33 West Avenue in Essex, Connecticut. The procurement seeks a contractor to replace existing failed exterior window glazing, repair damaged exterior trim, apply weather caulking, and paint exterior trim at the library premises. The solicitation is open to all vendors and requires a comprehensive approach to window and trim restoration. The bid period runs from March 30, 2023, to May 26, 2023, with bids due by 2:00 PM EDT on May 26, 2023. A vendor question and answer period is established from March 30, 2023, at 8:15 AM EDT through May 12, 2023, at 5:00 PM EDT, during which potential bidders can seek clarification about the project specifications. The primary contacts for the solicitation are Ann Thompson from the Essex Library Association and Lorri DiBattisto, who will manage inquiries and procurement processes. An addendum (No. 1) was issued on April 25, 2023, which may contain additional project details or modifications to the original solicitation.

The solicitation does not specify any set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise requirements, or restrictions on vendor participation. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are mentioned in the documentation. The estimated total project value remains unspecified, and payment terms have not been explicitly defined. The bid has been designated as having no specific line items, suggesting that vendors must provide comprehensive pricing for the entire scope of work. Delivery terms are marked as "Not Applicable," indicating the project is likely a fixed-location renovation effort. The procurement is located in Middlesex County, Connecticut, and covers a specific library facility renovation. While financial details are limited, the project appears to be a targeted infrastructure improvement focusing on window and exterior trim restoration for the Essex Library Association.