Camp Newhoca Lodge and Facilities Renovation

The Town of Vernon, Connecticut, is soliciting proposals for the renovation of Camp Newhoca Lodge and Facilities located at 195 Grier Road. The project encompasses comprehensive renovations across several campus structures, including the construction of a new staff rest area and hallway in the Lodge Front Sitting Room, a roof replacement and new Trex Select deck and ramp for the Art Shed, a full roof structure and siding replacement for the Boat House, and new siding, roofing, windows, and doors for the Beach House. All work must comply with federal, state, and local codes, including ADA accessibility requirements, and must meet the quality standards of the Director of Parks and Recreation. Interested firms must have demonstrated experience with similar projects and were required to attend a mandatory walk-through on October 7, 2026, to avoid disqualification. Proposals are due by October 21, 2026, and must include a detailed project scope, a Gantt chart for scheduling, a portfolio of three comparable projects from the last five years, and a 5% bid bond or certified check. The Town will award the contract based on the most advantageous proposal, evaluating factors such as total cost, design quality, contractor qualifications, and schedule feasibility. The selected contractor must adhere to prevailing wage schedules, submit certified payrolls, and comply with all municipal, state, and federal AA and EEO practices. For contracts exceeding $100,000, proof of a 10-hour OSHA Construction Safety and Health Course for all manual laborers is required within 30 days of the award. Additionally, the contractor must name the Town of Vernon and the Vernon Board of Education as additional insureds on all policies with carriers maintaining a minimum AM Best rating of A- VIII.