Westside Classroom Building Boiler Replacement Project - Westside Campus

Western Connecticut State University is soliciting bids for the replacement of one non-functioning boiler and associated equipment at the Westside Classroom Building on its Westside Campus in Danbury, Connecticut. The project requires the contractor to provide all labor and materials for an in-kind replacement while ensuring a second boiler remains operational throughout the process. The work must comply with ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, NFPA 31, BOCA, and NFPA 54 standards, as well as all state and local codes. The project is supported by 350,000 dollars in state funding and is subject to Connecticut Department of Labor Prevailing Wage Rates. This is a Connecticut Set-Aside procurement reserved exclusively for vendors holding a current SBE/MBE set-aside certificate from the State of Connecticut Department of Administrative Services. Specific spending allocation goals are established, including an SBE goal of 10.45 percent (36,567 dollars) and an MBE sub-goal of 3.26 percent (11,398 dollars). The contract will be awarded to the apparent lowest qualified bidder. Required bid submissions must include a 10 percent bid bond, a bidder's qualification statement, and various state certifications. Upon award, the contractor must provide 10 percent material and labor and performance bonds, as well as a construction schedule and a submittal schedule within 30 days. Deliverables include a code-compliant boiler system with an 18-month warranty on the boiler and control systems, and a 5-year warranty on the heat exchanger and burner. The contractor is responsible for strict adherence to manufacturer installation manuals and must ensure all materials are delivered in original packaging to prevent damage. Payment will be processed through monthly progress payments using a designated Application for Payment form. Final acceptance is contingent upon a successful inspection by the owner and project coordinator to verify that the work meets all contract documents and safety specifications.