Middle School of Plainville Renovations - Construction Phase - Phase 2 of 2

The Town of Plainville, Connecticut is requesting sealed bids on construction work for Phase 2 of the Middle School of Plainville Renovations, with bids due September 1, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. EST at the Plainville Municipal Center. Two bid packages are open: Architectural Woodwork & Casework (3.6.1) and Acoustical Ceilings (3.9.2). All bids are subject to Connecticut prevailing wage rates per Connecticut General Statutes 31-53, affirmative action and equal employment requirements, and Connecticut Commission of Human Rights and Opportunities (CHRO) requirements. Minority and Women's Business Enterprises are encouraged to apply.

Downes Construction Company, LLC serves as Construction Manager on behalf of the Town. The project is located at 150 Northwest Drive, Plainville, Connecticut (State Project No. 110-0064 RNV).

Bids exceeding $1,000,000 require submission of a Department of Administrative Services (DAS) Prequalification Certificate and updated Statement; bidders for both designated packages must be prequalified by Connecticut DAS for the appropriate work classification. Each bid must be secured with a Certified Check or Cashier's Check equal to at least 10% of the bid amount or accompanied by a Bid Bond from a Connecticut-authorized Surety Company. The successful bidder must furnish Performance, Labor, and Material Payment Bonds each for 100% of the Contract Sum.

Bid documents are available on or before August 18, 2026 via SmartBid email notification. Written questions must be submitted to mspbid@downesco.com no later than five calendar days before the bid due date. Bids shall remain open for ninety days from submission. Award will be made to the lowest responsible and qualified bidder in accordance with Connecticut General Statute 10-287(b).