LP2414 84 Taftville Occum Road Property Rehabilitation (Lead Abatement)

The City of Norwich, Connecticut Department of Finance is requesting bids for lead hazard correction and healthy homes rehabilitation at 84 Taftville Occum Road (LP2414), with sealed bids due October 9, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. through the City's online procurement portal. A pre-bid conference is scheduled for October 2, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at the project location.

The scope covers lead paint hazard correction on building surfaces with toxic lead levels, performed by qualified, licensed, and trained workers in lead treatment, handling, and disposal. Contractors must hold Connecticut home improvement contractor licensure and Connecticut lead abatement contractor licensure if applicable. The work must be completed within ten calendar days from notice to proceed, with exterior work items due by May 30 if weather delays occur. Contractors are responsible for securing all required permits and conducting a pre-abatement inspection before construction begins.

Bid packages must include a signed bidder certification, payment request form, non-collusion affidavit, proof of insurance, and proof of required licensures. Connecticut State Sales and Use Tax does not apply. The project is funded through the City's Property Rehabilitation Program and HUD Lead Based Paint Hazard Control in Priority Housing Programs. Payment follows invoice submission, program-management review and inspection approval, with a minimum 15-day processing allowance.

The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to accept or reject bid portions as deemed in its best interest. Active bidders are limited to a maximum of two concurrent contracts; new contractors enter a probationary period allowing one contract only until successful completion and written acceptance into good standing status. Project documents are available from the procurement portal; all bidders must review addenda posted no later than three days before the opening date.