City of New Britain - Playscapes Construction at Smith Elementary School - State Project No. 089-0172 / RFP #11-2026
New Britain School DistrictSchool · New Britain, CT- Due
- Oct 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 12, 2026
- Primary contact
- Tom DiMauro
- (860) 944-6744
The 30-second brief
The City of New Britain invites sealed proposals for playscapes construction at Smith Elementary School, located at 142 Rutherford St., New Britain, CT 06050 (State Project No. 089-0172, Bid Package 1.27). The work involves general building construction (Group A) under a Project Labor Agreement (PLA). Bidders must possess a DAS Contractor Prequalification Certificate for General Building Construction, submit verification of prior experience with three similar projects within the last five years, and maintain a worker's compensation EMR of 1.0 or less. Bids are due by 2:00 PM on Monday, October 26, 2026, at the Consolidated School District of New Britain Operations Office, 250 John Downey Drive, New Britain, CT 06051. Pre-bid inquiries are due by Tuesday, October 20, 2026.
Playscapes (Bid Package 1.27)
DAS prequalification, prior experience, EMR rating, PLA compliance
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Summary
The City of New Britain invites sealed proposals for playscapes construction at Smith Elementary School, located at 142 Rutherford St., New Britain, CT 06050 (State Project No. 089-0172, Bid Package 1.27).
The work involves general building construction (Group A) under a Project Labor Agreement (PLA). Bidders must possess a DAS Contractor Prequalification Certificate for General Building Construction, submit verification of prior experience with three similar projects within the last five years, and maintain a worker's compensation EMR of 1.0 or less. Bids are due by 2:00 PM on Monday, October 26, 2026, at the Consolidated School District of New Britain Operations Office, 250 John Downey Drive, New Britain, CT 06051. Pre-bid inquiries are due by Tuesday, October 20, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- DAS prequalification
- Prior experience
- EMR rating
- PLA compliance
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Playscapes (Bid Package 1.27)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Department of Administrative Services (DAS) Prequalification Certificate and Update (bid) Statement, Letter of Assent, verification of experience, 10% Bid Security, Performance and Payment Bonds
- Submit to
- Consolidated School District of New Britain Operations Office, 250 John Downey Drive, New Britain, CT 06051
- Scope location
- New Britain, CT
- Reported agency
- City of New Britain
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from New Britain School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 26, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Consolidated School District of New Britain Operations Office, 250 John Downey Drive, New Britain, CT 06051. For questions, contact Tom DiMauro.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including New Britain School District in CT, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Tom DiMauro at (860) 944-6744. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Playscapes (Bid Package 1.27). Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "DAS prequalification, prior experience, EMR rating, PLA compliance" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from New Britain School District?
All active and historical solicitations from New Britain School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, New Britain School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Department of Administrative Services (DAS) Prequalification Certificate and Update (bid) Statement, Letter of Assent, verification of experience, 10% Bid Security, Performance and Payment Bonds. Review the full document from New Britain School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: New Britain, CT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.