Quinta Gamelin Flooring Addendum #1

The Town of Bristol, Rhode Island, is soliciting sealed bids for Bid #1057, a flooring replacement project at the Quinta Gamelin Center. The procurement involves installing approximately 1,600 square feet of Class 1 Sports/Fitness Floor with specific technical requirements, including a 27 mil wear layer, fiberglass-reinforced 2mm vinyl surface layer, and 5mm vulcanized composition rubber base layer. Preferred flooring products include ECORE or similar commercial-grade materials designed for durability in fitness environments. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation, including a bid form, non-collusion affidavit, insurance coverage statement, and a statement of relevant experience. The evaluation criteria will focus on how well the submitted proposals meet the technical specifications, with the contract awarded to the lowest evaluated bid price. Key dates include a mandatory pre-bid site visit on January 24, 2025, at 11:00 AM at the Quinta Gamelin Center, and the final bid submission deadline of February 5, 2025, at 12:00 PM local time, with a public bid opening immediately following at Town Hall.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations for disadvantaged businesses, though contractors must comply with Rhode Island prevailing wage laws for municipal-funded projects exceeding $1,000. Bidders are required to maintain workers' compensation insurance and comprehensive general liability insurance with a minimum coverage of $1,000,000. The Town of Bristol reserves the right to reject any or all bids, providing flexibility in the procurement process. While no specific budget range is disclosed, the project involves a substantial flooring installation that will require technical expertise in commercial sports flooring. Contractors must be prepared to handle complete project responsibilities, including removing existing cove base and installing new base, as clarified in Addendum #2. The tax-exempt Town of Bristol will require weekly payroll documentation to ensure compliance with labor regulations, indicating a comprehensive approach to project management and contractor oversight.