TMP 2025-5 Pedestrian Access Enhancements on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive at Hamilton Ave

The City of Norwalk, located in Fairfield County, Connecticut, is seeking bids for the TMP 2025-5 Pedestrian Access Enhancements project on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive at Hamilton Avenue. This public works construction contract involves a comprehensive site improvement initiative that includes partial reconstruction of an existing staircase, concrete repairs, installation of new handrails, lighting, concrete sidewalk, precast block retaining wall, underdrain, and an ADA-compliant ramp. Sealed bids will be received until 2:00 PM on Thursday, December 11th, 2025, with an electronic copy submission deadline of 2:00 PM on Tuesday, December 9th, 2025. The project has a defined contract duration of 120 calendar days from the notice to proceed. Bidders must submit a 15% bid bond, certified check, or bank cashier's check and comply with Connecticut prevailing wage rates. Evaluation will focus on the lowest responsible bidder based on the itemized proposal, with bidders required to provide a Bidder's Qualification Statement, non-collusion affidavit, and proof of authorization to do business in Connecticut.

The contract includes specific small business and diversity requirements, mandating a 25% spending allocation for Small Business Enterprises (SBEs) and 6.25% for Minority/Women/Disabled-owned Businesses (M/W/DisBEs). These set-aside designations are enforced by the Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities (CHRO), with strict non-discrimination requirements. The project is funded through the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development, potentially with additional funding contingencies. While no incumbent vendors are specified, the bid package indicates that the City reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Though a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive bid schedule and detailed project scope suggest a significant infrastructure investment. Bidders must demonstrate technical capability, financial stability, and compliance with state and local contract requirements to be considered for this infrastructure enhancement project.