Former Norton Paper Mill Remediation Project

The Town of Colchester, Connecticut is seeking sealed bids for a comprehensive environmental remediation project at the former Norton Paper Mill site located at 139 Westchester Road. The solicitation, identified as RFP-RFQ 2024-014, requires qualified contractors to perform extensive environmental remediation services, including the removal and disposal of contaminated soils, petroleum-impacted concrete, placement and compaction of clean soil, restoration of disturbed areas, and repair/reinstallation of monitoring wells. A mandatory pre-bid walk-through is scheduled for November 20, 2024, at 10:00 AM at the project site, and only bidders who attend will be qualified to submit proposals. Sealed bids must be received by Bernard Dennler, First Selectman, by 2:00 PM on December 20, 2024, with the envelope clearly marked "SEALED BID - 139 WESTCHESTER ROAD - REMEDIATION PROJECT". A vendor Q&A session is also planned for November 20, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM EST. The comprehensive bid package includes multiple exhibits and attachments covering technical specifications, environmental requirements, remedial action plans, soil erosion control, excavation handling procedures, and compliance documentation.

The solicitation does not specify any specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. The bid is open to all vendors with delivery terms specified as Free On Board Destination and vendor-specified payment terms. No incumbent vendor information is provided, and the estimated total project value is not disclosed in the documentation. The bid requires compliance with prevailing wage rates and Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities (CHRO) Contract Compliance Regulations. Bidders must submit various required forms, including non-collusion affidavits, wage rate compliance documentation, and corporate resolution statements. The project involves handling TSCA regulated materials and PCB remediation for materials with less than 50 PPM contamination, suggesting a need for specialized environmental remediation expertise. While no specific budget range is listed, the comprehensive nature of the remediation work and the detailed technical requirements indicate a potentially significant investment in environmental restoration at the former Norton Paper Mill site.