Town of Ridgefield Replacement of Bridge No. 05510 Portland Avenue over Norwalk River Bid - 0117-0163
Town of RidgefieldCity · Ridgefield, CT- Due
- Feb 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 30, 2026
- Primary contact
- David McFate
The 30-second brief
The Town of Ridgefield is soliciting sealed bids for the replacement of Bridge No. 05510 on Portland Avenue over the Norwalk River (State Project No. 0117-0163, F.A.P. # 6117(006)). The scope of work involves bridge construction, surface preparation, and coating application. Prospective bidders must be prequalified by the Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) for Group No. 8 – Minor Bridges work and possess a current sworn Statement (CON-16). Contractors engaged in coating must be certified by the Steel Structures Painting Council. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for February 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM at the bridge site. Bids are due by 11:00 a.m. on February 26, 2026, and must include a 30% Surety Company Bond. Plans are available through Advanced Reprographics.
Bid Proposal Form, Schedule of Prices, Bid Bond, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Bidder’s Prequalification approval letter
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Summary
The Town of Ridgefield is soliciting sealed bids for the replacement of Bridge No. 05510 on Portland Avenue over the Norwalk River (State Project No. 0117-0163, F.A.P. # 6117(006)).
The scope of work involves bridge construction, surface preparation, and coating application. Prospective bidders must be prequalified by the Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) for Group No. 8 – Minor Bridges work and possess a current sworn Statement (CON-16). Contractors engaged in coating must be certified by the Steel Structures Painting Council. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for February 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM at the bridge site. Bids are due by 11:00 a.m. on February 26, 2026, and must include a 30% Surety Company Bond. Plans are available through Advanced Reprographics.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Bid Proposal Form
- Schedule of Prices
- Bid Bond
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Bidder’s Prequalification approval letter
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Surety Company Bond
- CON-16 Statement
- CTDOT Prequalification approval letter
- Submit to
- 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 26, 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: 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. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bid Proposal Form, Schedule of Prices, Bid Bond, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Bidder’s Prequalification approval letter. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: Surety Company Bond, CON-16 Statement, CTDOT Prequalification approval letter. 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.