Town of Ridgefield High and Middle School Interconnection Bid 26-06
Town of RidgefieldCity · Ridgefield, CT- Due
- Feb 17, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- David McFate
- (203) 431-2720
The 30-second brief
The Town of Ridgefield is soliciting sealed bids for the Ridgefield High and Middle School Interconnection project (Bid Number 26-06). The scope of work involves connecting the school campus to the Aquarion Water Company's Ridgefield Main System, including the installation of a new water main from the intersection of Craigmoor Road along North Salem Road, a meter pit on campus property, and a new fill line for the fire pump house water storage tank. The project is expected to be funded in part by the State of Connecticut Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) and is subject to prevailing wage rate requirements. Bids are due by February 17, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. EST. A pre-bid site inspection is scheduled for January 22, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at 700 North Salem Road.
Bid Form, Bid Bond, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Contractor's Qualification Statement, Hold Harmless Agreement, Insurance Certificates, DAS Prequalification Certificate
Lowest price from a responsible bidder, experience and references in the Qualification Statement, compliance with material terms and conditions
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Summary
The Town of Ridgefield is soliciting sealed bids for the Ridgefield High and Middle School Interconnection project (Bid Number 26-06).
The scope of work involves connecting the school campus to the Aquarion Water Company's Ridgefield Main System, including the installation of a new water main from the intersection of Craigmoor Road along North Salem Road, a meter pit on campus property, and a new fill line for the fire pump house water storage tank. The project is expected to be funded in part by the State of Connecticut Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) and is subject to prevailing wage rate requirements. Bids are due by February 17, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. EST. A pre-bid site inspection is scheduled for January 22, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at 700 North Salem Road.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Lowest price from a responsible bidder
- Experience and references in the Qualification Statement
- Compliance with material terms and conditions
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Bid Form
- Bid Bond
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Contractor's Qualification Statement
- Hold Harmless Agreement
- Insurance Certificates
- DAS Prequalification Certificate
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Attachment A - DAS Update Statement
- Attachment G - State Prevailing Wage Documents
- Attachment H - Federal Prevailing Wage Documents
- Attachment I - AIS Guidance Document
- Attachment K - MBE/WBE Requirements
- Attachment P - CERT-141 Template
- Submit to
- Town of Ridgefield, Purchasing and Finance, 400 Main Street, Ridgefield, CT 06877
- Scope location
- Ridgefield, CT
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Town of Ridgefield?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 17, 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: Town of Ridgefield, Purchasing and Finance, 400 Main Street, Ridgefield, CT 06877. For questions, contact David McFate.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Town of Ridgefield 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 David McFate at (203) 431-2720. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bid Form, Bid Bond, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Contractor's Qualification Statement, Hold Harmless Agreement, Insurance Certificates, DAS Prequalification Certificate. 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 price from a responsible bidder, experience and references in the Qualification Statement, compliance with material terms and conditions" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Ridgefield?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Ridgefield are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Ridgefield 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 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: Attachment A - DAS Update Statement, Attachment G - State Prevailing Wage Documents, Attachment H - Federal Prevailing Wage Documents, Attachment I - AIS Guidance Document, Attachment K - MBE/WBE Requ. Review the full document from Town of Ridgefield for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Ridgefield, CT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.