Town of Waterford Replacement of Existing Plastic Water Services with New Copper Water Services IFB # 26-014 (2026)
Town of WaterfordCity · Waterford, CT- Due
- Nov 12, 2026
- 5 days left
- Posted
- Oct 16, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jill Stevens
- (860) 444-5886
The 30-second brief
The Town of Waterford Utility Commission seeks sealed bids for the replacement of existing plastic water services with new copper water services on Rope Ferry Road (State Road), project IFB # 26-014. The scope of work includes copper tubing installation (1" and 2"), main tapping and corp stops, corp stops, curb stops, and curb boxes, along with trenching, backfill, and bituminous concrete pavement patching. The submission deadline is November 12, 2026, at 7:00 pm, with submissions accepted via the Town's e-Procurement Portal. The project is subject to Connecticut prevailing wage requirements, CHRO compliance, and requires bid security and performance/payment bonds.
Copper Tubing 1", Copper Tubing 2", Main Tapping & Corp. Stop, Corp. Stop, Curb Stop, Curb Box
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Summary
The Town of Waterford Utility Commission seeks sealed bids for the replacement of existing plastic water services with new copper water services on Rope Ferry Road (State Road), project IFB # 26-014.
The scope of work includes copper tubing installation (1" and 2"), main tapping and corp stops, corp stops, curb stops, and curb boxes, along with trenching, backfill, and bituminous concrete pavement patching. The submission deadline is November 12, 2026, at 7:00 pm, with submissions accepted via the Town's e-Procurement Portal. The project is subject to Connecticut prevailing wage requirements, CHRO compliance, and requires bid security and performance/payment bonds.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible and responsive bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Copper Tubing 1"
- Copper Tubing 2"
- Main Tapping & Corp
Stop, Corp. Stop, Curb Stop, Curb Box
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Bid Bond
- Performance Bond
- Payment Bond
- Certificate of Insurance
- Non-Collusion form
- Firm Information
- Acknowledgement of Principal
- Contractor Wage Certification Form
- Payroll Certification
- Fringe Benefits Explanation
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/waterfordct/projects/309924
- 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 November 12, 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/309924. For questions, contact Jill Stevens.
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 Jill Stevens at (860) 444-5886. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Copper Tubing 1", Copper Tubing 2", Main Tapping & Corp. Stop, Corp. Stop, Curb Stop, Curb Box. 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 and responsive bidder" 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 12, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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, Firm Information, Acknowledgement of Principal, Contractor Wage Certification Form, Payroll Certification, Fring. 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.