Lifebridge community SVS - 475 clinton AVE exterior security fence

The City of Bridgeport is seeking bids for a security fence upgrade project at the LifeBridge Community Services Center located at 475 Clinton Avenue in Fairfield County, Connecticut. The procurement involves purchasing and installing approximately 45 sections of commercial aluminum fencing, including four-foot and six-foot high sections with eight-foot wide panels. Key deliverables include two walkway gates with security features, one electrified sliding gate at the driveway opening (minimum 21 feet long), and an optional exit loop in the existing driveway. Contractors must obtain all necessary building permits, follow state and local building codes, and maintain required insurance certificates. A mandatory preconstruction site visit is scheduled for Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at 10:30 am, with bid submissions due on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, by 2:00 pm. Bid pricing must remain valid for 120 days from the opening date, and the entire project must be completed within 8 weeks of permit receipt. Contractors are required to adhere to OSHA safety standards, provide a one-year warranty on all work, equipment, materials, and labor, and follow Davis-Bacon wage rates.

The City of Bridgeport actively encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE), Women Business Enterprises (WBE), and City-based businesses (CBB), with specific certification requirements included in the submission guidelines. Bidders must have valid SAM, DUNS, CT, and Federal Tax ID numbers, and must submit comprehensive documentation including a bid bond, contractor certifications, and good faith effort forms. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the project involves substantial infrastructure improvements with potential funding potentially sourced from community development resources. Payment terms are set at Net 45 Days, and services and materials are exempt from Connecticut state sales tax. The city reserves the right to reject any bid and make awards based on factors beyond just the lowest price, suggesting a comprehensive evaluation approach that considers contractor qualifications, compliance, and overall project capability. Contractors will be prohibited from negotiating directly with homeowners and must route any contract changes through the Housing Community Development office.