Eastern Connecticut Land Bank - Planning Services for Former Kaman Property - ECLB RFQ/RFP 2026 Kaman 01
Town of PlainfieldCity · Plainfield, CT- Due
- Oct 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Duration
- 6 months
- Primary contact
- Shannon Fagan
The 30-second brief
The Eastern Connecticut Land Bank (ECLB) is seeking proposals and qualifications for planning services to facilitate the redevelopment of the former Kaman property parcels totaling approximately 30.27 acres located at 100 South Main Street in Plainfield, CT. The scope of work includes a real estate market analysis for all site parcels, a building structural analysis and renovation feasibility study for existing site structures, and coordination meetings including public hearings. This project is funded through a CT Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) Municipal Brownfield Assessment Grant. Submissions are due by October 20th, 2026, at 1:05 PM, with a mandatory site walk scheduled for September 23rd, 2026. The contract is expected to be completed within 6 months.
Task 1 - Real Estate Market Analysis: All Site Parcels; Task 2 – Building Structural Analysis and Renovation Feasibility Study: All Existing Site Structures; Task 3: Meetings with ECLB, The Town Consulting Firm(s), Potential Developer(s), And Conduct Public Hearings: As Outlined Within RFQ/RFP
Lowest Responsible and Qualified Bidder, Completeness of RFQ/RFP package and cost estimate, Qualification to complete the scope of work and previous experience with state-funded environmental assessment projects, Responsiveness to the Proposed Scope of Work and understanding of the planning project, Proposed schedule and current workload capacity, Pricing expense schedule and hourly rate schedule, Ability to meet local, state, and federal requirements, Personnel to be assigned to the project team, Consultants' awareness of project issues, opportunities, and constraints
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Summary
The Eastern Connecticut Land Bank (ECLB) is seeking proposals and qualifications for planning services to facilitate the redevelopment of the former Kaman property parcels totaling approximately 30.27 acres located at 100 South Main Street in Plainfield, CT. The scope of work includes a real estate market analysis for all site parcels, a building structural analysis and renovation feasibility study for existing site structures, and coordination meetings including public hearings.
This project is funded through a CT Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) Municipal Brownfield Assessment Grant. Submissions are due by October 20th, 2026, at 1:05 PM, with a mandatory site walk scheduled for September 23rd, 2026. The contract is expected to be completed within 6 months.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest Responsible and Qualified Bidder, Completeness of RFQ/RFP package and cost estimate, Qualification to complete the scope of work and previous experience with state-funded environmental assessment projects, Responsiveness to the Proposed Scope of Work and understanding of the planning project, Proposed schedule and current workload capacity, Pricing expense schedule and hourly rate schedule, Ability to meet local, state, and federal requirements, Personnel to be assigned to the project team, Consultants' awareness of project issues, opportunities, and constraints
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Task 1 - Real Estate Market Analysis: All Site Parcels
- Task 2 – Building Structural Analysis and Renovation Feasibility Study: All Existing Site Structures
- Task 3: Meetings with ECLB, The Town Consulting Firm(s), Potential Developer(s), And Conduct Public Hearings: As Outlined Within RFQ/RFP
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Proposal Checklist (Attachment 1)
- Proof of Insurance and Liability (Attachment 2)
- Acceptance of Terms of this Agreement (Attachment 3)
- Non-Collusion Affidavit (Attachment 4)
- Cost Proposal Form (Attachment 6)
- Hourly Rates and Expense Schedule
- Thumb Drive
- Submit to
- Eastern Connecticut Land Bank, Care of The Town of Plainfield Economic Development Office, Attention Shannon Fagan, 8 Community Ave, Plainfield, CT
- Scope location
- Plainfield, CT
- Projected sq ft
- 1,318,560 sq ft
- Reported agency
- Eastern Connecticut Land Bank
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Plainfield?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 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: Eastern Connecticut Land Bank, Care of The Town of Plainfield Economic Development Office, Attention Shannon Fagan, 8 Community Ave, Plainfield, CT. For questions, contact Shannon Fagan.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Plainfield 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 Shannon Fagan. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Task 1 - Real Estate Market Analysis: All Site Parcels; Task 2 – Building Structural Analysis and Renovation Feasibility Study: All Existing Site Structures; Task 3: Meetings with ECLB, The Town Consulting Firm(s), Potential Developer(s), And Conduct Public Hearings: As Outlined Within RFQ/RFP. 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 Responsible and Qualified Bidder, Completeness of RFQ/RFP package and cost estimate, Qualification to complete the scope of work and previous experience with state-funded environmental assessme..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Plainfield?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Plainfield are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Plainfield 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: Proposal Checklist (Attachment 1), Proof of Insurance and Liability (Attachment 2), Acceptance of Terms of this Agreement (Attachment 3), Non-Collusion Affidavit (Attachment 4), Cost Proposal Form (At. Review the full document from Town of Plainfield for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Plainfield, CT. The total projected area is 1318560 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.