Invitation to Bid for Construction Services

The contract pertains to the installation of a new roof at 287 West Street in Rocky Hill, Connecticut, identified as Project Number BI-C-302. This solicitation, issued by the Connecticut Department of Administrative Services (DAS) Procurement office under the state government, invites bids for construction services with a response deadline of March 16, 2026. The bidding process requires all contractors to be prequalified by DAS if their bid exceeds $1,000,000, mandating submission of a current prequalification certificate through the state's CTsource portal prior to bid opening, ensuring compliance with Connecticut statutory requirements. Bid submissions must also be accompanied by a Certificate of Authority verifying that the contracting individual has been duly authorized by their organization’s governing body to execute contracts, thereby affirming the legal validity of the bid. Mandatory bid bond requirements obligate bidders to provide security amounting to 10% of the bid value via a Standard Bid Bond or Certified Check, guaranteeing contractor compliance upon award. While the specific project at 287 West Street does not have published subcontractor participation goals or a stated cost estimate yet, the solicitation maintains alignment with the rigorous standards exemplified in related state roof replacement projects, which include prevailing wage adherence, detailed bidder qualifications, and statutory compliance such as the Build America, Buy America Act. The primary contact for this procurement is Okezie Onyejekwe, reachable via email through the DAS system. This structured and regulated bidding approach underscores the state’s commitment to securing qualified contractors and ensuring transparency and fairness in public infrastructure projects.