RFP027-35 Evansville East Well Rehabilitation

The City of Meriden, Connecticut is soliciting proposals under RFP027-35 for comprehensive rehabilitation and inspection of the Evansville East Well at 214 Evansville Avenue, South Meriden, with questions due November 13, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. and electronic proposals due November 20, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. through the City eProcurement Portal.

The work includes removing, disassembling, and inspecting the existing pumping equipment; pre- and post-cleaning video inspection of the well casing and screen; CO2-based chemical treatment with brush cleaning and chemical injection; mechanical surging and pumping redevelopment for up to 40 hours; chlorine disinfection; and reassembly and testing of reconditioned equipment. The well is 62 feet deep with a 10-foot stainless steel screen and a 40 HP pump. Work must be scheduled for January or February 2027 while the Bradley Hubbard Plant is online and coordinated with Sean Grady, Manager, Meriden Water Division. Required qualifications include maintaining all State of Connecticut licenses and certifications, obtaining permits from the City Building and Engineering Departments, and providing a Certificate of Insurance covering general liability, automobile liability, and workers compensation. A notarized Non-Collusion Statement/Affidavit must accompany submission.

Proposals must be priced as a single lump sum for the complete removal, inspection, and chemical redevelopment work, excluding federal excise and Connecticut sales and use taxes. Payment is made no sooner than thirty days after services are completed, via Purchase Order and Standard Contractors Services Agreement. Bids cannot be withdrawn within sixty days of opening. The City may reject any or all proposals and waive informalities, and the contract is not assignable without written consent of the Purchasing Officer. A companion file, a professional services sample agreement dated October 27, 2026, sets insurance minimums of $1,000,000/$2,000,000 general liability, $2,000,000 professional liability, and an AM Best rating of at least A-, with the City named as additional insured.