Replacement of existing plastic water services with new copper water services FY27 rope ferry road (state road)

The Town of Waterford Utility Commission is requesting sealed bids for the replacement of existing plastic water services with new copper water services on Rope Ferry Road (State Road) under IFB #26-014, with bids due November 12, 2026 at 2:00 PM. A 25% subcontractor set-aside for state-funded work applies to DAS-certified small and minority-owned businesses under Connecticut Human Rights and Opportunities requirements.

The scope encompasses the complete removal and replacement of plastic water service lines with copper tubing in 1-inch and 2-inch diameters, including main tapping, corporation stops, curb stops, and curb boxes. Replacement is limited to service connections with diameters of two inches or less. Work must be substantially completed within 90 consecutive calendar days of receiving the Notice to Proceed. Contractors must comply with Connecticut Department of Transportation specifications for pavement repair and restoration, trenching and backfilling procedures, and all technical drawings and cross-section details provided by the Town. The project is subject to Connecticut prevailing wage requirements; contractors must certify wage rates and submit monthly certified payrolls. Site inspection is required prior to bid submission.

Bid security is required if the total bid exceeds $50,000 (10% as certified check or bid bond). Performance bonds (100% of contract sum) and payment bonds (100% of contract sum) are required if the total bid exceeds $50,000 and $100,000, respectively. Non-resident contractors must post a guarantee bond with the Connecticut Department of Revenue Services equal to 5% of the total contract price. General liability insurance of $1,000,000 per occurrence / $2,000,000 aggregate, auto liability of $1,000,000 combined single limit, and workers' compensation at statutory limits are required, with the Town named as additional insured. Liquidated damages are $1,000 per consecutive calendar day for delay beyond the specified completion period. The Town reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to retain 5% of the final contract price for up to six months from final project acceptance. Payment is made monthly at 100% of completed work with 5% retainage until 50% completion.