Town of Preston Community Park Improvements - Design-Build Services 2026
Town of PrestonCity · Preston, CT- Due
- Oct 21, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 1, 2026
- Duration
- 4 months
- Primary contact
- Mark Simmons
- (860) 541-3434
The 30-second brief
The Town of Preston is seeking sealed bids for the design-build construction of Community Park Improvements located at 13 Route 117, Preston, CT 06365. The project scope encompasses the design and installation of a 44 ft x 22 ft open-sided engineered timber bandstand (EnWood Structures Guilford or approved equal) with roofing, foundations, and accessible walkway connections, as well as a three-court post-tensioned concrete pickleball complex measuring approximately 102 ft by 64 ft, including excavation, base preparation, 5-inch monolithic post-tensioned concrete slabs, surfacing, acrylic color coating, striping, commercial-grade nets, perimeter fencing, and noise-dampening acoustical barrier fencing. The work requires compliance with the 2022 CT State Building Code, prevailing wage requirements, state contract compliance goals including SBE and MBE spending allocations, builder's risk insurance, performance and payment bonds, and a mandatory pre-bid site walk on October 7, 2026, at 9:00 AM. Bids are due by 10:00 AM on Wednesday, October 21, 2026.
44 ft x 22 ft bandstand; three post-tensioned concrete pickleball courts; 382 linear feet of 6-foot-high black vinyl-coated chain-link perimeter and divider fencing; noise-dampening acoustical barrier fencing; temporary DECD project identification sign
Lowest responsible qualified bidder
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Summary
The Town of Preston is seeking sealed bids for the design-build construction of Community Park Improvements located at 13 Route 117, Preston, CT 06365.
The project scope encompasses the design and installation of a 44 ft x 22 ft open-sided engineered timber bandstand (EnWood Structures Guilford or approved equal) with roofing, foundations, and accessible walkway connections, as well as a three-court post-tensioned concrete pickleball complex measuring approximately 102 ft by 64 ft, including excavation, base preparation, 5-inch monolithic post-tensioned concrete slabs, surfacing, acrylic color coating, striping, commercial-grade nets, perimeter fencing, and noise-dampening acoustical barrier fencing. The work requires compliance with the 2022 CT State Building Code, prevailing wage requirements, state contract compliance goals including SBE and MBE spending allocations, builder's risk insurance, performance and payment bonds, and a mandatory pre-bid site walk on October 7, 2026, at 9:00 AM. Bids are due by 10:00 AM on Wednesday, October 21, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible qualified bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- 44 ft x 22 ft bandstand
- Three post-tensioned concrete pickleball courts
- 382 linear feet of 6-foot-high black vinyl-coated chain-link perimeter and divider fencing
- Noise-dampening acoustical barrier fencing
- Temporary DECD project identification sign
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Bid bond
- Statement of Bidders Qualifications
- Short Form Good Faith Efforts Plan
- Submit to
- Office of the First Selectwoman, Preston Town Hall, 389 Route 2, Preston, CT 06365
- Scope location
- Preston, CT
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Town of Preston?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 21, 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: Office of the First Selectwoman, Preston Town Hall, 389 Route 2, Preston, CT 06365. For questions, contact Mark Simmons.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Town of Preston 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 Mark Simmons at (860) 541-3434. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 44 ft x 22 ft bandstand; three post-tensioned concrete pickleball courts; 382 linear feet of 6-foot-high black vinyl-coated chain-link perimeter and divider fencing; noise-dampening acoustical barrier fencing; temporary DECD project identification sign. 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 qualified bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Preston?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Preston are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Preston 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 4 months. 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: Bid bond, Statement of Bidders Qualifications, Short Form Good Faith Efforts Plan. Review the full document from Town of Preston for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Preston, CT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.