Shawn Garris is a Deputy Purchasing Agent. Shawn is associated with 53 contracts. Activity spans Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction, Commercial and Institutional Building Construction, and Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction.
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The City of New Haven Department of Public Works is soliciting experienced contractors to provide supplemental snow and ice control services for the 2026–2027 winter season. The contract, identified as solicitation 2027-HYRFP-404, covers an initial term from December 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, with a possible one-year extension. Selected providers will be called upon on an as-needed basis to perform snow plowing, material spreading, and snow removal and disposal. Contractors must maintain 24/7 availability from December through April and are required to report to designated staging locations within one hour of notification and deploy to routes within 30 minutes.
The scope of work requires a significant fleet of equipment, including Class 8 dump trucks, Class 5 trucks, front-end loaders, 1-ton 4WD trucks, tri-axle dump trucks, and tractor-dump trailers, all staffed by qualified operators. Award decisions are based on a weighted scoring system focusing on technical qualifications, equipment capacity, and operational plans. The anticipated upset contract value is up to 200,000 dollars, which includes a storm readiness retainer not to exceed 36,000 dollars per year.
Proposals must be submitted electronically by October 27, 2026, divided into a technical proposal and a separate price proposal. Bidders must provide a detailed statement of qualifications, proof of insurance with a minimum AM Best rating of A-, and adhere to strict equal opportunity and nondiscrimination clauses. For bids exceeding 100,000 dollars, a 5 percent bid security is required. Payment is processed monthly via the City's No Purchase Order, No Payment Policy.
The City of New Haven is soliciting proposals under RFP 2027-RFP-402 to establish an annual Municipal Marshals List, selecting up to fifteen qualified Connecticut state marshals. Selected marshals will provide legally compliant service of process for city departments, agencies, and authorized parties, including the delivery of subpoenas, summonses, complaints, writs, executions, and various municipal notices. While assignments may require travel outside the city, selection for the list does not guarantee a minimum volume of work or compensation. The contract has an initial one-year term with two optional one-year extensions, and performance is monitored via a Vendor Performance Report grading system.
Compensation is governed by a strict fee schedule compliant with CGS 52-261 and 12-162, featuring set rates for foreclosures, legal document service, and ordinance notices, as well as a 15 percent commission on municipal personal-property tax warrants. Proposers must submit a two-part response consisting of a Technical Proposal and a Price Proposal via the OpenGov portal by October 20, 2026. Key requirements include providing evidence of a statutory bond per CGS 6-39, adhering to a no purchase order no payment policy, and complying with comprehensive non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity mandates.
The City of New Haven Department of Human Resources is seeking a professional consultant under solicitation 2027-RFP-394 to develop, validate, administer, and score promotional examinations for the New Haven Fire Department. The project focuses on identifying the most qualified candidates for the positions of Director of Training, Drillmaster, and Assistant Drillmaster using a rule of three ranks merit system. The selected consultant must ensure all processes adhere to Federal EEOC guidelines, Federal Uniform Guidelines, and the Principles for the Validation and Use of Personnel Selection Procedures. Key deliverables include a job analysis to identify KSAOs within four weeks, the administration of a written exam within nine weeks, and a technical validation report provided three weeks after exam completion.
Proposals must be submitted via the OpenGov portal by October 6, 2026, and must be divided into a technical proposal and a separate price proposal to avoid disqualification. Pricing should be provided as a lump-sum fixed fee with itemized breakdowns for each position and per-candidate costs. Evaluation will be based on total average points, with a significant emphasis on legal defensibility, diversity, and the commitment to the 80 percent rule for adverse impact analysis. The successful contractor must comply with strict non-discrimination and affirmative action requirements, including Executive Orders 11246 and 11375, and provide proof of insurance with a minimum AM Best rating of A- prior to award.
The City of New Haven City Plan Department is seeking a multi-disciplinary consultant team to review and reform the city's Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map. The primary objective is to align these regulations with the Vision 2034 New Haven Comprehensive Plan, focusing on increasing housing stability, promoting climate resiliency, and fostering economic development. The project aims to replace an outdated 1963 framework with a modern, accessible ordinance that supports walkable, mixed-use, and transit-oriented development while addressing the disproportionate impact of previous policies on low-income and marginalized neighborhoods. The scope of work includes project management, extensive community and stakeholder engagement, an evaluation of current ordinances, and the drafting of a new zoning framework compliant with the City Charter, Connecticut Land Use Law, and the Connecticut Coastal Management Act.
Selection for this solicitation, number 2027-RFQ-393, is based on professional competence and experience rather than cost. Evaluation criteria are weighted toward the team's track record with similar municipal projects and cultural competence (40 percent), technical approach (30 percent), and staff qualifications (20 percent). The resulting contract will have an initial one-year term with two optional one-year renewals. Because the project may utilize American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, the selected contractor must comply with federal regulations, including 2 C.F.R. Part 200 and whistleblower protections under 41 U.S.C. 4712. All proposals must be submitted electronically via the City's eProcurement portal by October 13, 2026.
The City of New Haven, through the Chief Administrative Office, is soliciting a vendor to implement a re-entry workforce development program in collaboration with the Department of Public Works Streets Division. The program aims to provide job skills and training for up to four individuals to enhance the cleanliness of public spaces and rights of way. The selected vendor will provide staff and a supervisor based on a mutually agreed upon schedule at an hourly rate. Beyond active work hours, the vendor is responsible for engaging participants in skill development and job readiness programs to help them secure full-time employment.
The procurement process involves a point-based evaluation system, including a cost scoring mechanism that rewards the lowest overall cost. Awardees must comply with strict equal employment opportunity standards, including Executive Order 11246, the Connecticut Fair Employment Practices Act, and the City's Equal Opportunities Ordinance. Requirements include submitting an EEOC packet, attending a pre-award conference, and paying associated EEOC fees based on the contract amount. The contractor must also take affirmative action to engage minority and women-owned businesses for subcontracting. The agreement remains in effect until services are completed to the satisfaction of the City, with all deliverables subject to a thirty-day city review period.
The City of New Haven is soliciting proposals under solicitation number 2027-RFP-CNH-391 for a secure, cloud-based Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Request Management Application. The objective is to implement a centralized system for the intake, tracking, redaction, and fulfillment of public records requests while ensuring compliance with Connecticut Freedom of Information Commission requirements. The selected solution must integrate with the City's existing OnBase and Microsoft environments and provide a native redaction engine, OCR capabilities, and a public-facing portal for intuitive request intake. The vendor will be responsible for the implementation, configuration, training, and ongoing support of the system over a required three-year term.
Proposals must be submitted electronically via the City's eProcurement portal by September 22, 2026, and must be divided into separate technical and price proposals. Evaluation is based on a weighted scoring system, with technical functionality accounting for 30% of the total score. The City will select a winner based on the total average points across all scoring factors, prioritizing the firm that best meets its needs. The contract may be funded through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), requiring compliance with 2 CFR Part 200 and registration in SAM.gov with a Unique Entity Identifier.
Administrative requirements include strict adherence to a No Purchase Order, No Payment policy, with invoices submitted to the Bureau of Purchases. Contractors must comply with federal and state non-discrimination and affirmative action laws, including Executive Order 11246. The agreement incorporates standard professional services terms, including indemnification, insurance requirements, and a waiver of jury trial. Pricing is submitted electronically and cannot be marked as proprietary.
The City of New Haven, through its Economic Development Administration, is soliciting proposals under solicitation 2026-RFP-CNH-378 for a Licensed Real Estate Broker to support the Fair Haven Homeownership Project. The project involves the rehabilitation of three two-family structures located at 342, 346, and 350 Grand Avenue into homeowner-occupant residences. The primary goal is to create affordable and workforce homeownership opportunities for individuals within the 60% to 100% Area Median Income range. Construction is expected to be completed by February 2027, and the City aims for the units to be pre-sold and occupied within 30 to 60 days of completion.
The selected Broker will be responsible for comprehensive marketing, buyer outreach, income eligibility determination, and ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal affordability regulations. Compensation is structured as a percentage-based fee paid at closing from the sales proceeds of each structure. Proposals must be submitted in two separate parts: a technical proposal detailing the project approach and a separate price proposal. Evaluation is based on a 100-point scale, prioritizing local market knowledge, experience with affordability requirements, regulatory expertise, and cost reasonableness.
This procurement is subject to American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding requirements, necessitating that the contractor register a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) via SAM.gov and comply with 2 C.F.R. Part 200. The contract requires a Connecticut real estate broker license and adherence to strict non-discrimination and equal opportunity standards. All submissions must be processed through the City's OpenGov eProcurement portal, with a response deadline in September 2026.
The City of New Haven is soliciting Statements of Qualifications from qualified individuals or firms for the Church St Bridge Rehabilitation project, identified as solicitation 2027-RFQ-CNH-389. The scope of work encompasses bridge rehabilitation design and related construction-phase services, including specific structural elements such as the rehabilitation of the southern span, demolition of the northern span, conversion of the center pier, and the design of retaining walls and landscaped seat walls. Selection is based strictly on professional competence and experience, with cost excluded as an evaluation factor during this initial stage. The procurement process includes a mandatory pre-proposal meeting on August 31, 2026, with a final response deadline of September 15, 2026.
The project is supported by technical data including a 2025 routine inspection report for Bridge 00951 and a 2020 geotechnical engineering report. Funding is administered through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), requiring contractors to maintain a Unique Entity Identifier via SAM.gov and comply with federal regulations including 2 CFR 200 and various equal employment and disability access mandates. Awarded contractors must adhere to the City's electronic invoicing policies, with payments issued monthly based on certified percentage of completion. The agreement also mandates that the City be named as the certificate holder and additional insured on all applicable insurance policies.
Solicitation 2027-ITB-388 is an invitation for bids from the City of New Haven Department of Engineering to secure various trade labor services for future projects. The contract establishes a framework where the City can request quotes for specific projects based on a pre-established rate schedule or fixed quotes. Eligible trades include carpenters, electricians, masonry, roofing, and HVAC services, among others. Awards are granted to the lowest responsible bidder, with a preference for city-based bidders who are within fifteen percent of the lowest bid. The City reserves the right to award contracts to multiple bidders and does not guarantee a specific volume of work.
Contractors must adhere to state and city wage standards, maintain all required state licenses, and comply with equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination regulations. For projects funded by the American Rescue Plan Act, contractors must register a Unique Entity Identifier via SAM.gov and comply with federal reporting and administrative guidelines. Performance and labor and material bonds are required for any individual statement of work exceeding 100,000 dollars. All work requires a written notice to proceed and a purchase order, and invoices must be submitted through the city's electronic portal. Bids must be submitted via the OpenGov portal by September 9, 2026.
The City of New Haven is soliciting bids for the renovation of specific holes and the putting green at Alling Memorial Golf Course, located at 35 Eastern Street in New Haven. This project targets Holes #1, #8, #9, #10, #18, and the associated putting green, aiming to enhance the course’s playability and overall condition. The solicitation, identified as 2027-ITB-387, was posted on August 10, 2026, with responses due by September 2, 2026. The project falls under the jurisdiction of the City’s Parks Department and is part of broader efforts to modernize the golf course infrastructure following recent renovations to the clubhouse, which now includes the Cove Bar & Grill, a pro shop, and a community event space. Bidders must comply with requirements set by the City of New Haven, and all work is to be performed on-site at the golf course.
The point of contact for this solicitation is Stephen Hladun, Deputy Director of Parks, who can be reached via email or phone, with Shawn Garris, Deputy Purchasing Agent, serving as the secondary contact. The contract is issued under the SLED classification, indicating it is a state, local, or education entity procurement, though no specific set-asides or NAICS codes are defined. Interested parties may access additional details through the official procurement portal linked in the solicitation. All submissions must adhere to the specified deadlines and guidelines to be considered for award.
