Rentschler Field Network Upgrades

The Capital Region Development Authority (CRDA) is soliciting sealed bids for network equipment removal, replacement, and installation at Rentschler Field in East Hartford, Connecticut, under ITB with bids due September 17, 2026, and a mandatory pre-bid conference on August 21, 2026.

CRDA has established participation goals of 25% Small Business Enterprise (SBE) participation and 6.25% Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) participation. All bidders must hold current DAS Contractor Prequalification Certificates for a minimum of $2,000,000 for a single project in the appropriate classification.

The scope includes removal and replacement of existing network equipment, cabling, and associated infrastructure; provision and installation of new network equipment with complete system cabling; and proper offsite disposal of all removed materials in accordance with applicable regulations. Installation and field work are scheduled for early 2027 during the off-season, with preconstruction work potentially commencing sooner subject to event schedule restrictions.

Sealed bids are due September 17, 2026, at 1:00 PM at CRDA's office (100 Columbus Boulevard, Suite 500, Hartford, CT 06103). Written questions are due September 2, 2026, at 3:00 PM, with responses provided via addenda. A post-bid scope review meeting with the apparent low bidder is scheduled for September 24, 2026. Contract award is anticipated October 1, 2026, with Notice to Proceed October 19, 2026.

Bids must include a 5% bid bond and evidence of ability to obtain performance and labor/material payment bonds in 100% of the contract sum. Connecticut prevailing wage requirements apply pursuant to Connecticut General Statutes Section 31-53, with certified monthly payrolls required. All on-site workers must hold current OSHA 10-hour training certifications. The project is tax-exempt, with no state sales and use taxes except for rentals, tools, and other incidentals. CRDA reserves the right to award the contract in whole, in part, or not at all, and to reject any or all bids if deemed in CRDA's best interest.