City of Shelton - Design/Build Skateboard Park - Bid # 2027-08 (2026)
City of SheltonCity · Shelton, CT- Due
- Oct 16, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 16, 2026
- Duration
- 6 months
- Primary contact
- Sheila Omalley
- (203) 437-1598
The 30-second brief
The City of Shelton is soliciting competitive bids from qualified professional skate park design-build firms for the design and construction of a fenced-in outdoor skate park located at 41 Church Street in Shelton, CT. The project site is approximately 8,000 sf and the scope includes conceptual design, final design, construction documents, construction, and recommended signage. This project is funded with CT Office of Policy and Management's Small Town Economic Assistance Program (STEAP) funds as well as municipal funds. Responses are due by October 16, 2026, at 11:00 am via the City's OpenGov Procurement Portal, with questions due by October 2, 2026. The contract is subject to State of Connecticut CHRO requirements, with an SBE goal of 9.26% and an MBE goal of 5.56%, as well as prevailing wage requirements.
Design of Skateboard Park; Building of Skateboard Park with fencing and signage, Per bid specs
Lowest eligible Bid for Bid items selected by the Owner to be implemented for the project based on available funding
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Summary
The City of Shelton is soliciting competitive bids from qualified professional skate park design-build firms for the design and construction of a fenced-in outdoor skate park located at 41 Church Street in Shelton, CT. The project site is approximately 8,000 sf and the scope includes conceptual design, final design, construction documents, construction, and recommended signage.
This project is funded with CT Office of Policy and Management's Small Town Economic Assistance Program (STEAP) funds as well as municipal funds. Responses are due by October 16, 2026, at 11:00 am via the City's OpenGov Procurement Portal, with questions due by October 2, 2026. The contract is subject to State of Connecticut CHRO requirements, with an SBE goal of 9.26% and an MBE goal of 5.56%, as well as prevailing wage requirements.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest eligible Bid for Bid items selected by the Owner to be implemented for the project based on available funding
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Design of Skateboard Park; Building of Skateboard Park with fencing and signage, Per bid specs
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
13- Notification to Bidders - Contract Compliance Monitoring Report
- CT DOL Contractors Wage Certification Form
- DOL Payroll Certification
- Contract Non-Discrimination Language
- Good Faith Efforts Short Form Plan
- Good Faith Efforts Long Form Plan
- Bid security / bid bond
- Non-Collusion Form
- Certificate as to Corporate Principal
- Performance Bond
- Labor and Material Payment Bond
- Certificate of Insurance
- Statement of Bidder's Qualifications
- Submit to
- https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/cityofshelton
- Scope location
- Shelton, CT
- Projected sq ft
- 8,000 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Shelton?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 16, 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: https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/cityofshelton. For questions, contact Sheila Omalley.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Shelton 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 RFP 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 Sheila Omalley at (203) 437-1598. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Design of Skateboard Park; Building of Skateboard Park with fencing and signage, Per bid specs. 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: "Lowest eligible Bid for Bid items selected by the Owner to be implemented for the project based on available funding" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Shelton?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Shelton are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Shelton regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 6 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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: Notification to Bidders - Contract Compliance Monitoring Report, CT DOL Contractors Wage Certification Form, DOL Payroll Certification, Contract Non-Discrimination Language, Good Faith Efforts Short F. Review the full document from City of Shelton for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Shelton, CT. The total projected area is 8000 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.