Safety Improvements at Portland Ave & Depot Rd Railroad Crossing in Ridgefield

The State of Connecticut Department of Transportation is soliciting bids for safety improvements at the Portland Avenue and Depot Road railroad crossing in Ridgefield. The work likely includes engineering design, construction, and installation of safety devices such as signals, gates, signage, and roadway modifications to reduce collision risk. Bidders must be able to provide full‑service construction and related engineering support, comply with state procurement rules, and submit all required documentation through the electronic bidding system. • Project location: Portland Ave & Depot Rd railroad crossing, Ridgefield, CT • Scope: design, procurement, and construction of safety enhancements (e.g., crossing signals, gates, pavement work) • Procurement method: Invitation to Bid (ITB) – open to all vendors • Required documents: site‑visit information, contract plans, special provisions, DBE affirmation form, electronic bidding instructions • Key dates: posting May 16 2026, bid opening May 19 2026 (open date) • Primary contact: Dawn Guerra (procurement)