REPLACEMENT OF EXISTING PLASTIC WATER SERVICES WITH NEW COPPER WATER SERVICES FY27 ROPE FERRY ROAD (STATE ROAD)

Solicitation 26-014, issued by the Town of Waterford Utilities department, seeks a qualified contractor for the replacement of existing plastic water services with new copper water services on Rope Ferry Road, a state road in Connecticut. The project requires the contractor to provide all necessary labor and equipment to install copper tubing, main tapping, and corporate stops in accordance with Department of Transportation standards for trenching, backfilling, and pavement repair. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder based on a base bid and any applicable alternates. Successful bidders must be capable of mobilizing within two to three weeks of the award and must complete the project within 90 consecutive calendar days following the Notice to Proceed. This is a public works project governed by Connecticut General Statutes Section 31-53, requiring adherence to prevailing wage laws and the posting of wages in a prominent location. Contractors must provide performance and payment bonds, maintain specific insurance coverage, and submit a non-discrimination certification to the Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities. Bidders are exempt from paying sales tax on materials used for the project and should not include such taxes in their bids. Payment is processed monthly based on the work completed, with a portion held as retainage until final acceptance. Submissions must be uploaded via the OpenGov e-Procurement portal by November 12, 2026, and must include a detailed pricing proposal, bank and business references, and a bid bond.