Town of Southbury RFQ 2026-002 Construction Equipment Rental Services
Town of SouthburyCity · Southbury, CT- Due
- Mar 10, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 17, 2026
- Primary contact
- Matthew Tarnowski
The 30-second brief
The Town of Southbury is soliciting qualifications from experienced contractors to be prequalified to provide construction equipment rental services for future Town of Southbury construction projects.
Qualification packages
Competency and reliability, relevant experience, qualifications and experience of key staff, ability to meet project schedule, financial stability, safety record and procedures, record of maintaining equipment, performance on past or current projects, familiarity with the Town and Public Works Department, location within reasonable proximity to the Town, references
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Summary
The Town of Southbury is soliciting qualifications from experienced contractors to be prequalified to provide construction equipment rental services for future Town of Southbury construction projects.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
11- Competency and reliability
- Relevant experience
- Qualifications and experience of key staff
- Ability to meet project schedule
- Financial stability
- Safety record and procedures
- Record of maintaining equipment
- Performance on past or current projects
- Familiarity with the Town and Public Works Department
- Location within reasonable proximity to the Town
- References
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Qualification packages
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Attachment A: Mandatory Statement of Qualifications
- Attachment B: Contractor Safety Checklist
- Attachment C: Contractor Inventory List
- Submit to
- Town Hall, 501 Main Street South, Southbury, Connecticut 06488
- Scope location
- Southbury, CT
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Town of Southbury?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 10, 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 Hall, 501 Main Street South, Southbury, Connecticut 06488. For questions, contact Matthew Tarnowski.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Town of Southbury 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 RFQ 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 Matthew Tarnowski. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Qualification packages. 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: "Competency and reliability, relevant experience, qualifications and experience of key staff, ability to meet project schedule, financial stability, safety record and procedures, record of maintaining..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Southbury?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Southbury are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Southbury 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 RFQ?
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: Mandatory Statement of Qualifications, Attachment B: Contractor Safety Checklist, Attachment C: Contractor Inventory List. Review the full document from Town of Southbury for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Southbury, CT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.