Replacement of Bridge No. 04560, Newell Street over Quinnipiac River

The Town of Southington, Connecticut, is soliciting sealed bids for the replacement of Bridge No. 04560 spanning Newell Street over the Quinnipiac River (Federal Project F.A.P. #6131(012), State Project No. 0131-0208), with bids due October 14, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the Town Manager's Office. Bidders must hold current CTDOT prequalification for Group No. 8 — Minor Bridges work and must maintain a current sworn Statement (CON-16) with CTDOT.

Scope includes replacement of the bridge structure. Any contractor or subcontractor performing surface preparation and coating application must be certified by the Steel Structures Painting Council. Prospective bidders may examine and purchase plans and specifications through Advanced Reprographics (50 Corporate Avenue, Plainville, CT 06062; 860-410-1020; www.advancedrepro.net), accessible via the Planroom's "Public Jobs" area. Standard Specifications (Form 819) are available through the Connecticut Department of Transportation website.

Bidders must submit five documents: Bid Proposal Form, Schedule of Prices, Bid Bond, Non-Collusion Affidavit, and a Bidder's Prequalification approval letter signed by the CTDOT Contracts Manager. A Surety Company Bond of at least 30 percent of the bid amount must accompany each proposal. Bid prices must remain firm for 90 days from opening. Contractors identifying discrepancies or errors in plans, specifications, or other materials must notify Town Engineer David Nourse in writing at least ten days prior to the bid opening date. The Town reserves the right to reject any and all bids.