Demolition of 240 Winthrop Avenue

The City of New Haven is soliciting bids for the complete demolition and removal of a 63,551 square foot single-story former nursing home and all associated structures located at 240 Winthrop Avenue, New Haven, Connecticut. The scope of work includes the removal of all buildings, slabs, basements, and debris, with a specific requirement to treat and dispose of asbestos-containing materials and other contaminants. The contractor is responsible for all labor, equipment, environmental services, and utility coordination, as well as maintaining 24/7 site security and continuous dust suppression. Site restoration requires fill compaction to at least 97 percent density and proper drainage. All work must be completed within 15 working days from the award date, with a final inspection by the Office of Building Inspection and Engineering required within three days of completion. This is a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable procurement, where the award will be granted to the lowest responsible qualified respondent who meets all mandatory technical and insurance requirements. Key compliance factors include minimum insurance coverages of 1 million dollars for general and auto liability and 2 million dollars for umbrella liability, as well as adherence to MBE/WBE utilization goals and a 15 percent apprentice hiring minimum for projects exceeding 500,000 dollars. Bids must be submitted electronically via the City's e-Procurement Portal by June 11, 2025, at 3:00 pm, following a mandatory pre-bid meeting on June 4, 2025. Payment is contingent upon the issuance of a valid purchase order and electronic invoicing through the City's Munis system.