Town of Waterford - Public Safety Complex Upgrades Handicap Access Sidewalk Improvements Main Entry - IFB# 26-002 (2026)
Town of WaterfordCity · Waterford, CT- Due
- Mar 17, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 13, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Gary Schneider
- (186) 044-4586
The 30-second brief
The Town of Waterford is seeking qualified contractors for Public Safety Complex Upgrades Handicap Access Sidewalk Improvements Main Entry, IFB# 26-002, located at 41 Avery Lane, Waterford CT 06385 in Waterford, CT. The work involves the removal of existing bricks, concrete curbing, and sidewalks to construct a handicap-accessible sidewalk in front of the Waterford Police Station. Scope includes selective demolition, excavation, permanent paving, HMA bituminous concrete, concrete sidewalk, handicap parking signs, pavement striping, handrail installation, bollard lighting system, and grass surface restoration. Bids are due by March 17, 2026, at 2:00 PM, with a non-mandatory pre-proposal meeting on February 19, 2026, and question deadline on March 2, 2026. Requirements include bid security/bonds, prevailing wage compliance, CHRO set-aside goals, and insurance.
Mobilization and Project Closeout, Sedimentation Control Systems, Maintenance & Protection of Traffic, Selective Demolition, Pavement Saw Cutting, Bituminous Pavement Removal, Concrete Sidewalk Removal, Concrete Curbing Removal, Bituminous Curbing Removal, 6" Bituminous Concrete Curbing, HMA S0.5 Bituminous Concrete, HMA S0.375 Bituminous Concrete, Concrete Sidewalk, Concrete Parking Area, Concrete Sidewalk Ramp, Precast Concrete Curbing, Install Handicap Parking Signs, Pavement Striping, Marking and Symbols, Handrail Installation, Remove and Replace Sidewalk Bollard Lighting
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Summary
The Town of Waterford is seeking qualified contractors for Public Safety Complex Upgrades Handicap Access Sidewalk Improvements Main Entry, IFB# 26-002, located at 41 Avery Lane, Waterford CT 06385 in Waterford, CT. The work involves the removal of existing bricks, concrete curbing, and sidewalks to construct a handicap-accessible sidewalk in front of the Waterford Police Station.
Scope includes selective demolition, excavation, permanent paving, HMA bituminous concrete, concrete sidewalk, handicap parking signs, pavement striping, handrail installation, bollard lighting system, and grass surface restoration. Bids are due by March 17, 2026, at 2:00 PM, with a non-mandatory pre-proposal meeting on February 19, 2026, and question deadline on March 2, 2026. Requirements include bid security/bonds, prevailing wage compliance, CHRO set-aside goals, and insurance.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Price
- Qualifications
- Responsiveness
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
21- Mobilization and Project Closeout
- Sedimentation Control Systems
- Maintenance & Protection of Traffic
- Selective Demolition
- Pavement Saw Cutting
- Bituminous Pavement Removal
- Concrete Sidewalk Removal
- Concrete Curbing Removal
- Bituminous Curbing Removal
- 6" Bituminous Concrete Curbing
- HMA S0.5 Bituminous Concrete
- HMA S0.375 Bituminous Concrete
- Concrete Sidewalk
- Concrete Parking Area
- Concrete Sidewalk Ramp
- Precast Concrete Curbing
- Install Handicap Parking Signs
- Pavement Striping
- Marking and Symbols
- Handrail Installation
- Remove and Replace Sidewalk Bollard Lighting
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Bid Bond
- Performance Bond
- Payment Bond
- Certificate of Insurance
- Non-Collusion form
- References
- Bank Reference
- Firm Information
- Acknowledgement of Principal
- Contractor Wage Certification Form
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/waterfordct/projects/195209
- Duration
- 3 months
- Scope location
- Waterford, CT
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Town of Waterford?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 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: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/waterfordct/projects/195209. For questions, contact Gary Schneider.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Town of Waterford 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 IFB 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 Gary Schneider at (186) 044-4586. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Mobilization and Project Closeout, Sedimentation Control Systems, Maintenance & Protection of Traffic, Selective Demolition, Pavement Saw Cutting, Bituminous Pavement Removal, Concrete Sidewalk Removal, Concrete Curbing Removal, Bituminous Curbing Removal, 6" Bituminous Concrete Curbing, HMA S0.5 Bi. 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: "Price, qualifications, responsiveness" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Waterford?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Waterford are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Waterford 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.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
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, Performance Bond, Payment Bond, Certificate of Insurance, Non-Collusion form, References, Bank Reference, Firm Information, Acknowledgement of Principal, Contractor Wage Certification Form. Review the full document from Town of Waterford for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Waterford, CT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.