Town of Suffield - New Sidewalk along Mapleton Avenue

The Town of Suffield, Connecticut, is soliciting sealed bids for the construction of approximately 2,200 feet of concrete sidewalks along Mapleton Avenue (Route 190). This project, funded by the State of Connecticut Community Connectivity Grant Program, includes drainage improvements consisting of one catch basin, one pipe end, and 50 feet of storm drain pipe. Additionally, the scope involves the construction of a 150-foot long by 2.5-foot high retaining wall with a chain link fence, the removal and replacement of a retaining wall for a driveway turnaround at 400 Mapleton Avenue, and necessary driveway paving in disturbed areas. The project must be completed within 60 days and adhere to State of Connecticut Department of Transportation standards, including obtaining a Highway Encroachment Permit from DOT District 4. Bids are due by September 8, 2026, and must be submitted in sealed envelopes to the Director of Planning and Development's office. Submissions require a 5% bid bond, a completed bid form in ink, and at least three references for similar work. The award will be based on the lowest cost, subject to the bidder's qualifications and past performance. The selected contractor must provide performance and labor/material bonds equal to 100% of the contract price and comply with prevailing wage rates, the Suffield Code of Ethics, and ADA requirements. The contract also establishes spending allocation goals of 6.95% for Small Business Enterprises and 3.28% for Minority Business Enterprises.