City of Shelton Invitation to Bid 2026-18 for Welding Supplies - 2026
City of SheltonCity · Shelton, CT- Due
- Mar 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 27, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Brian Roach
- (203) 924-9277
The 30-second brief
The City of Shelton is seeking competitive bids for welding supplies delivered to the Department of Public Works located at 41 Myrtle Street, Shelton, CT. Required products include industrial gas cylinders, propane tanks, and propylene tanks such as argon, CO2/argon mixes, oxygen, acetylene, and Ametalene. The contract term is two years with an option to extend for an additional three years. Bids are due by March 20, 2026, at 11:00 am via the City's OpenGov Procurement Portal. Vendors must comply with OSHA and HAZMAT safety standards, maintain a Workers Compensation EMR of 1.0 or lower, and provide required insurance coverage including commercial liability and automotive insurance.
Argon Ar 300 per cyl., 25% CO2 75% Ar per cyl., Oxygen O2 100lb. per cyl., Propane C3H8 33lb. per tank, Propylene C3H6 30lb. per tank
Fee, experience, qualifications, demonstrated ability to perform the work safely
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Summary
The City of Shelton is seeking competitive bids for welding supplies delivered to the Department of Public Works located at 41 Myrtle Street, Shelton, CT. Required products include industrial gas cylinders, propane tanks, and propylene tanks such as argon, CO2/argon mixes, oxygen, acetylene, and Ametalene.
The contract term is two years with an option to extend for an additional three years. Bids are due by March 20, 2026, at 11:00 am via the City's OpenGov Procurement Portal. Vendors must comply with OSHA and HAZMAT safety standards, maintain a Workers Compensation EMR of 1.0 or lower, and provide required insurance coverage including commercial liability and automotive insurance.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Fee
- Experience
- Qualifications
- Demonstrated ability to perform the work safely
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Argon Ar 300 per cyl
- 25% CO2 75% Ar per cyl
- Oxygen O2 100lb. per cyl
- Propane C3H8 33lb. per tank
- Propylene C3H6 30lb. per tank
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Certificate of Insurance
- Non-Collusion Affidavit (Signed and notarized)
- Experience & Client List/References
- License & Certificate
- Submit to
- https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/cityofshelton
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope location
- Shelton, CT
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Shelton?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 20, 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 Brian Roach.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
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 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 Brian Roach at (203) 924-9277. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Argon Ar 300 per cyl., 25% CO2 75% Ar per cyl., Oxygen O2 100lb. per cyl., Propane C3H8 33lb. per tank, Propylene C3H6 30lb. per tank. 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: "Fee, experience, qualifications, demonstrated ability to perform the work safely" 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 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Certificate of Insurance, Non-Collusion Affidavit (Signed and notarized), Experience & Client List/References, License & Certificate. 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. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.