B026-13 New Emergency Communications Center

The City of Meriden is seeking a qualified licensed contractor to construct a new Emergency Communications Center at 32 West Main Street, Meriden, CT. The project involves the construction of a new building, including site demolition, specialties, equipment, and furnishings, fire protection, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, communications, electronic safety and security, exterior improvements, and earthwork. The contractor must meet all municipal, state, and federal affirmative action and equal employment opportunity practices. The city reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive informality or technical defects. • The project requires a mandatory pre-bid meeting on October 22, 2025, at 10:00 am. • Bids must be submitted electronically through the City eProcurement Portal. • The city is exempt from the payment of excise taxes imposed by the federal government and the Sales and Use Tax of the State of Connecticut. • The contractor must provide a Certificate of Insurance denoting general liability, automobile liability, workers' compensation liability, and other coverage required by the City's Risk Manager. • The contractor must ensure that any appropriate licenses or certifications required by the State of Connecticut are maintained for the duration of the project. • The city has adopted a Code of Ethics, which is incorporated into the contract.