Saint Marie-Greenhalgh Sports Complex Running Track Renovation

The Town of Putnam, Connecticut is requesting sealed bids for the Saint Marie-Greenhalgh Sports Complex Running Track Renovation, a capital construction project with bids due August 6, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. and a mandatory online pre-bid meeting on July 15, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Connecticut prevailing wage rates and mandatory state set-asides apply: minimum 25% spending with DAS-certified small businesses and 6.25% with minority-, women-, and/or disabled-owned businesses, with good faith effort required to meet these goals.

The scope encompasses replacement of the existing running track, replacement and expansion of both D zones, installation of a new perimeter concrete apron, associated drainage systems, and replacement of existing chain-link fencing. The contract time is 150 consecutive calendar days from Notice to Proceed, with work to commence within 30 days of award. Liquidated damages are $550 per day for delay beyond the completion date. Time is of the essence for all milestones and final completion.

The estimated construction cost is $1.6 million. Bids must be accompanied by bid security equal to 10% of the bid price (bid bond, certified check, cashier's check, or treasurer's check). The successful bidder must furnish performance and payment bonds each equal to 100% of the contract price from a surety qualified to do business in Connecticut. Progress payments are made monthly at 95% of completed work with 5% retainage until 50% completion, after which retainage ceases if progress is satisfactory, plus an additional 2% retainage per Connecticut General Statutes 46a-68e. Electronic copies of plans and specifications are available beginning July 2, 2026. Bids are to be opened and read aloud in Conference Room 101 at Town Hall, 200 School Street, Putnam, Connecticut 06260. The contract is subject to termination if funding from the Department of Economic and Community Development or the Town of Putnam is cancelled or suspended. The award will be made to the lowest responsible and eligible bidder based on qualifications and past performance in similar projects.