Town of Darien Tilley Park Ponds and Cherry Lawn Park Pond Dredging RFP 2026-08
Town of DarienCity · Darien, CT- Due
- Dec 4, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 6, 2024
- Primary contact
- Jennifer Fava
The 30-second brief
The Town of Darien is soliciting sealed proposals from qualified independent contractors for the permitting and dredging of two ponds at Tilley Pond Park and one pond at Cherry Lawn Park. The project includes cleaning and removing leaves, brush, small branches, dead and fallen trees, dead vegetation, and sediment from the ponds.
Detailed method for cleaning and/or dredging the pond, Removal of decayed material, Removal of fallen woody debris, Removal of any necessary vegetation, List of equipment, Process for handling and removal of materials, Dewatering process and location, Method/lab for testing of material, Location for disposal of dried material, Description of process to regrade and hydroseed disturbed areas, Precautions and pre-treatment(s) for equipment, Protection measures for fish and wildlife, Steps to mitigate impact to pond banks and surrounding landscape, Steps to clean up site and restore damage.
Ability to show cost effectiveness and clarity of the financial proposal, adherence to submission requirements and regulatory compliance requirements, qualifications of the project team, scope of work compliance.
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Summary
The Town of Darien is soliciting sealed proposals from qualified independent contractors for the permitting and dredging of two ponds at Tilley Pond Park and one pond at Cherry Lawn Park.
The project includes cleaning and removing leaves, brush, small branches, dead and fallen trees, dead vegetation, and sediment from the ponds.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Ability to show cost effectiveness and clarity of the financial proposal, adherence to submission requirements and regulatory compliance requirements, qualifications of the project team, scope of work compliance.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
14- Detailed method for cleaning and/or dredging the pond
- Removal of decayed material
- Removal of fallen woody debris
- Removal of any necessary vegetation
- List of equipment
- Process for handling and removal of materials
- Dewatering process and location
- Method/lab for testing of material
- Location for disposal of dried material
- Description of process to regrade and hydroseed disturbed areas
- Precautions and pre-treatment(s) for equipment
- Protection measures for fish and wildlife
- Steps to mitigate impact to pond banks and surrounding landscape
- Steps to clean up site and restore damage
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Company profile
- Project Team
- Previous experience including the permitting process
- Three recent professional references
- Technical Proposal
- Price Proposal Form
- Implementation Plan and Timeline
- Submit to
- Office of the Selectmen, Town Hall, 2 Renshaw Road, Darien, CT 06820
- Scope location
- Darien, CT
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Darien?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 4, 2025. 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: Office of the Selectmen, Town Hall, 2 Renshaw Road, Darien, CT 06820. For questions, contact Jennifer Fava.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Darien 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 Jennifer Fava. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Detailed method for cleaning and/or dredging the pond, Removal of decayed material, Removal of fallen woody debris, Removal of any necessary vegetation, List of equipment, Process for handling and removal of materials, Dewatering process and location, Method/lab for testing of material, Location for. 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: "Ability to show cost effectiveness and clarity of the financial proposal, adherence to submission requirements and regulatory compliance requirements, qualifications of the project team, scope of work..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Darien?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Darien are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Darien 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 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: Company profile, Project Team, Previous experience including the permitting process, Three recent professional references, Technical Proposal, Price Proposal Form, Implementation Plan and Timeline. Review the full document from Town of Darien for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Darien, CT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.