Demolition, site work and asbestos abatement for a mixed-use development in Storrs Mansfield, Connecticut. Completed plans call for the demolition of a two-story above grade educational facility; for site work for a educational facility; and educational facility.

Only previously prequalified contractors may submit a Bid for this Project. The Mansfield Apartments is located on a 16-acre site and consist of two-story brick buildings with painted wood accents. Each building contains multiple mechanical rooms. The fifteen (15) buildings are constructed primarily of CMU block walls and concrete. Most of the building interior consists of painted concrete and CMU block with plaster, gypsum board, joint compound, and resilient flooring. The scope of work for this project will include demolition and abatement of all existing structures and utilities, above and below ground, internal to the existing ring road. The Bidder agrees that it may not modify, withdraw, or cancel its bid and that its Total Bid Price will be firm for ninety (90) calendar days of the Bid opening. Should there be reasons why the contract cannot be awarded within this specified period, this time may be extended by mutual agreement between the University and the Bidder The University expressly reserves the following rights: 1.6.1. To find any Bidder to be non-responsible or non-qualified with respect to a specific project, notwithstanding the fact that the Bidder may have previously been prequalified pursuant to the prequalification process or selected for previous projects for the University. 1.6.2. To reject any and all Bids and again advertise for Bids, or to otherwise proceed as permitted under Connecticut General Statute 10a-109a through 10a-10 Each Bid shall be accompanied by a Bid Bond in the form required and provided by University and having as surety thereto such surety company or companies as are authorized to do business in the State of Connecticut, and for an amount not less than 10 percent of the Total Bid Amount. A Bid Bond is only required for any Total Bid Amount over $50,000.00. A Total Bid Amount of $50,000.00 or less does not require a Bid Bond. In lieu of a Bid Bond, each bid may be accompanied by a Certified Check drawn to the order of the University of Connecticut in the amount not less than 10 percent of the Total Bid Amount. Performance Bond (for Bids over $100,000.00): If the contract amount is at least $100,000.00, then prior to the execution of the contract, the successful Bidder shall submit an executed Performance Bond, prepared on the form of Performance Bond provided by the University, in the amount of 100 percent of the contract amount, conditioned upon the faithful performance of the contract, and having as surety hereto such Surety Company or Companies as are authorized to transact business in the State of Connecticut. Labor and Material Bond (for Bids over $100,000.00): If the contract amount is at least $100,000.00, then prior to the execution of the contract, the successful Bidder shall submit an executed Labor and Material Bond, prepared on the form of Labor and Material Bond provided by the University, in the amount of 100 percent of the contract amount, conditioned upon the faithful performance of the contract, and having as surety hereto such Surety Company or Companies as are authorized to transact business in the State of Connecticut If prequalified, as is the case of most deferred maintenance, major renovation, and new construction projects, the awarded Contractor is advised that they must award thirty percent (30%) or more of the value of the Contractors contract to certified SBEs and, of that amount, one-third (10% of the total award) or more must be awarded to SBEs who are also MBEs. The Contractor is responsible for ensuring that the SBEs/MBEs they have elected are eligible contractors, and that they meet state requirements. In support of the 30/10 goal, it is suggested that a thoughtful approach be considered in package size, value, and design to encourage SBE/MBE opportunities. The construction is planned to start: AUGUST 1, 2022 Construction duration: 5 MONTHS Q&A (RFI) Due Date and Time JUNE 2, 2022 2:00 P.M. The University reserves the right to reject any or all Bids, in whole or in part, to award any item, group of items, or total bid; and to waive any informality or technical defects; if it is deemed to be in the best interest of the University.