Bid 10-2526 Guilford Public Schools~HVAC Piping Renovations

The Town of Guilford is soliciting competitive bids for HVAC piping renovations at Melissa Jones Elementary School under Solicitation Number 10-2526, with proposals due by May 21, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. at the Town Hall in Guilford, Connecticut. The work involves demolition, repair, and restoration of fire-resistance-rated wall penetrations, installation of approved firestopping materials, surface patching, and painting to restore areas to a like-new condition, all in strict compliance with N.F.P.A., U.L., I.R.C., and O.S.H.A. standards. Performance is to occur entirely on-site at the school, with delivery terms requiring F.O.B. inside delivery to the designated location, and all materials must be delivered in original, undamaged manufacturer packaging with full labeling and handling instructions. Contractors must adhere to stringent preservation requirements, including proper storage of cementitious products on elevated platforms, protection of foam plastic from sunlight, and prevention of freezing for liquid products. The contract mandates submission of comprehensive submittals including shop drawings, product data, samples, certified payroll records, insurance certificates, a schedule of values, and a waiver of mechanic’s lien, all organized into two complete sets on a flash drive with physical binders and required printed copies. Award will be made to the lowest responsible bidder on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable basis, with evaluation criteria emphasizing compliance with specifications, demonstrated capacity to perform, financial stability for bonding and insurance, quality of prior work, and adherence to contractual conditions. Non-resident contractors must file a Guarantee Bond with the Connecticut Department of Revenue Services, and all awardees are required to execute the Town’s standard form contract without alteration. The project is subject to EEO and MBE compliance obligations, and bidders must certify under penalty of perjury whether they maintain an Affirmative Action Program or employ ten or fewer people, though no formal socioeconomic or size certifications are required. Time is strictly of the essence, with the Town reserving the right to demand increased labor or equipment to maintain schedule without additional compensation. Final acceptance of work is contingent upon written approval by the Architect and full conformance to the Contract Documents, with penalties for failure to meet substantial completion deadlines. Invoicing must be submitted via AIA G702 and G703 forms, and all product substitutions require rigorous technical equivalency documentation and pre-approval of warranties. No barcoding, electronic invoicing systems like WAWF, or