ARPA East Shore Park Improvements

The contract titled "ARPA East Shore Park Improvements," issued by the City of New Haven Engineering Department, involves the renovation of two ball fields at East Shore Park. Key components of the project include fence repairs, turf restoration, replacement of infield clay, construction of new dugouts, and site paving to enhance the recreational facility. This solicitation, identified as 2026-ITB-320 and posted on March 12, 2026, invites bids with a response deadline of April 1, 2026. The project is funded through American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Fiscal Recovery Funds, which come with specific federal compliance and reporting requirements, ensuring the work addresses community recovery efforts and pandemic impacts within the city. Contractors submitting bids must comply with the City of New Haven’s Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MBE/WBE) participation goals, requiring at least 25% subcontracting to eligible small businesses, as documented in the mandatory MBE Utilization form. The contract documentation outlines detailed compliance with federal ARPA rules as well as local equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policies. Additional obligations include adherence to payment of associated EEOC fees, pre-award conferences, and possible fines for non-compliance with reporting or participation mandates. The contract agreement incorporates clear terms regarding funding limits, contract period, deliverables, and enforcement mechanisms to ensure accountability and successful project completion in alignment with both federal and municipal standards. Primary points of contact for inquiries are the Chief Civil Engineer and the Procurement Specialist at the New Haven Engineering Department.