Animal Shelter Renovation and Addition

The contract involves the renovation and expansion of an existing animal shelter, covering a comprehensive range of construction and upgrade activities. The scope of work includes concrete trenching and patching, masonry modifications with lintel installation, and both interior and exterior demolition tasks. Interior renovations are extensive, targeting several key areas such as restrooms, break room, cat isolation room, laundry, grooming, and disinfection rooms. Upgrades also encompass new acoustical ceiling panels, lighting improvements, and upgraded HVAC systems throughout the facility. A new 700 square foot addition is planned, featuring cast-in-place concrete walls and wood joist roof framing, strategically built into a rear slope. This addition will house a storage area, dishwashing room, and veterinary exam room. Exterior improvements include installing concrete sidewalks and chain-link fencing to enhance the property perimeter. The project is solicited by the Connecticut Engineering agency, with the facility located in New Haven, Connecticut. Key contacts for the project are the Facility Asset Manager and the Procurement Specialist, who can provide further information. The contract documentation also notes that detailed HVAC design and structural equipment support details will be provided through an upcoming addendum, indicating some elements of the work remain under refinement. The solicitation was posted in late May 2026, with a response deadline in late June 2026, allowing interested contractors a month to prepare bids. Overall, the contract aims to improve shelter functionality, safety, and infrastructure while expanding useful space to better serve the animal care mission.