Wilbur Cross High School Tennis Courts

The City of New Haven, Connecticut is soliciting bids for the Wilbur Cross High School Tennis Courts project, a comprehensive renovation of existing sports facilities located in New Haven County. The procurement involves installing new tennis and pickleball courts with a complete surface rehabilitation, including removing existing posts and footings, installing a geotextile membrane, applying bituminous concrete surface courses, and implementing a CSS Plexipave court system. The project requires comprehensive court infrastructure upgrades, including installing new 10-foot chain-link fencing, tennis and pickleball net sets, and applying specialized court surfacing. The solicitation was issued on September 24, 2025, with electronic bids due on October 8, 2025, at 3:00 pm through the City's eProcurement Portal. Bidders must submit a Statement of Qualifications, current workforce certification, and various compliance documents, with the contract term set for one year and potential renewals at the City's discretion. The project specifications detail precise technical requirements, including specific materials, installation guidelines, and compliance with USA Pickleball Association and Intercollegiate Tennis Association standards.

The procurement includes several set-aside and compliance requirements targeting local and disadvantaged businesses. Contractors must adhere to the City's Living Wage Ordinance and Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) guidelines, with mandatory pre-award conferences and tiered fees based on contract value ranging from $100 to $4,000. The project has specific workforce diversity goals, with graduated financial penalties for non-compliance ranging from $750 to $4,000 per violation. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, the project emphasizes local workforce participation and apprentice hiring. The estimated project scope includes 360 linear feet of existing fencing, 48,600 square feet of sports surface system, and multiple net sets for tennis and pickleball courts. Federal wage rates will apply, with hourly rates for various construction trades ranging from $21.42 to $58.19, and specific provisions for minimum wage, sick leave, and specialized work conditions. Though an exact budget is not specified, the comprehensive nature of the project suggests a significant municipal investment in school recreational infrastructure.