Truman School - HVAC Replacement Project

New Haven Public Schools is soliciting proposals for the turn-key replacement of rooftop units 1, 2, and 3 at Truman Elementary School, located at 114 Truman Street, New Haven, Connecticut. The project requires the procurement and installation of specified HVAC equipment, with a mandatory completion deadline of April 15, 2027. Work must be performed in accordance with provided technical drawings and specifications, and the awarded contractor will be subject to regular status reports and a final inspection by a certified professional to ensure all corrections are made before project acceptance. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the OpenGov portal by October 6, 2026, and must be divided into a Technical Proposal and a separate Price Proposal to allow for independent evaluation. The financial submission must include a total lump-sum price and a detailed cost breakdown. A 5% bid bond is required at the time of submission, and the successful vendor must provide labor, material, and performance bonds valued at 100% of the contract amount. This project is funded through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), necessitating compliance with federal regulations, including SAM.gov registration and anti-lobbying certifications. Contractors must adhere to Connecticut state prevailing wage rates, which are subject to annual adjustments every July 1st. Additionally, the project mandates a 25% participation goal for minority and women-owned small businesses, requiring the submission of MBE Utilization Documentation. Compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) standards and the payment of associated EEOC fees are also required. Evaluation of proposals will be based on a points-based system focusing on the contractor's project approach, quality control measures, and the qualifications and availability of assigned staffing.