Town of Pomfret - Air Line Trail Reconstruction and Accessibility Improvements - State Project No. 111-126
Town of PomfretCity · Pomfret Center, CT- Due
- Nov 5, 2026
- 8 days left
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Maureen A. Nicholson
- (860) 974-0191
The 30-second brief
The Town of Pomfret is seeking sealed bids for the Air Line Trail Reconstruction and Accessibility Improvements project, State Project No. 111-126 and Federal Project No. PEDS 305. The project involves multi-use path construction, grading, 10-foot-wide paving, storm drainage, retaining walls, fencing, landscaping, slope stabilization, and stream daylighting along an approximately 4.3-mile segment of the Air Line State Park Trail from Route 44/169 in Pomfret to the Henry Breault Footbridge in Putnam. Key work components include earth and rock excavation, controlled materials handling, waste stockpile area construction, clearing and grubbing, HMA paving, concrete structures, riprap, culvert cleaning, and erosion controls. Bids are due by 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 5th, 2026, at the First Selectman's Office, Town Hall, 5 Haven Road, Pomfret, CT 06259. A mandatory virtual pre-bid meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, October 21st, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. via Microsoft Teams. Contract duration is 360 calendar days, subject to winter shutdown and tree-clearing seasonal restrictions.
Price, bidder qualifications, compliance with bid requirements
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Summary
The Town of Pomfret is seeking sealed bids for the Air Line Trail Reconstruction and Accessibility Improvements project, State Project No. 111-126 and Federal Project No.
PEDS 305. The project involves multi-use path construction, grading, 10-foot-wide paving, storm drainage, retaining walls, fencing, landscaping, slope stabilization, and stream daylighting along an approximately 4.3-mile segment of the Air Line State Park Trail from Route 44/169 in Pomfret to the Henry Breault Footbridge in Putnam. Key work components include earth and rock excavation, controlled materials handling, waste stockpile area construction, clearing and grubbing, HMA paving, concrete structures, riprap, culvert cleaning, and erosion controls. Bids are due by 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 5th, 2026, at the First Selectman's Office, Town Hall, 5 Haven Road, Pomfret, CT 06259. A mandatory virtual pre-bid meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, October 21st, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. via Microsoft Teams. Contract duration is 360 calendar days, subject to winter shutdown and tree-clearing seasonal restrictions.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Price
- Bidder qualifications
- Compliance with bid requirements
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Bid Proposal Form
- Bid Bond
- Statement of Bidder's Qualifications
- Non-Collusion Affidavit of Prime Bidder
- DBE Pre-Award Commitment Approval Request Form
- ACORD Certificate of Liability Insurance
- Contractors Wage Certification Form
- Submit to
- First Selectman's Office, Town Hall, 5 Haven Road, Pomfret, CT 06259
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Pomfret, Connecticut
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Town of Pomfret?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 5, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: First Selectman's Office, Town Hall, 5 Haven Road, Pomfret, CT 06259. For questions, contact Maureen A. Nicholson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Town of Pomfret 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 Maureen A. Nicholson at (860) 974-0191. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Price, bidder qualifications, compliance with bid requirements" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Pomfret?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Pomfret are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Pomfret 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 5, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Bid Proposal Form, Bid Bond, Statement of Bidder's Qualifications, Non-Collusion Affidavit of Prime Bidder, DBE Pre-Award Commitment Approval Request Form, ACORD Certificate of Liability Insurance, Co. Review the full document from Town of Pomfret for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Pomfret, Connecticut. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.