Construction Services for Meriden's Neighborhood Preservation Program

The City of Meriden, through its Economic Development agency, is soliciting qualified firms under RFQ027-24 to provide comprehensive construction and hazardous material abatement services for the Neighborhood Preservation Program. The selected contractor will be responsible for approximately nine residential revitalization projects involving both single and multifamily homes. To qualify, firms must demonstrate at least 10 years of specialized experience in construction, repair, and HAZMAT abatement, and must provide professional references for the team members overseeing the implementation of the agreement. Responses are due by September 23, 2026. The engagement is governed by a formal Contractor Services Agreement and a stipulated price construction contract, which include detailed provisions for scope of work, progress payments, retainage, and certified payroll submissions. Contractors must adhere to strict insurance requirements, maintaining specific coverage limits for General Liability, Auto Liability, Umbrella, and Workers Compensation, while naming the City of Meriden as an additional insured with a waiver of subrogation. The contract also establishes clear protocols for change orders, indemnification, and liquidated damages in the event of project delays.