REPAVE CGA, PSN 30134884

Specifications

This document contains the specifications for the "Repave CGA" project at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy in New London, CT. The project involves repaving various locations, including Campbell Drive, Eagle Drive & Pickering Road, and Lot J. Key tasks include:

• Demolition and Removal: Removal of existing asphalt, concrete pavement, curbs, storm drainage structures and piping, and portions of concrete sidewalk.

• New Construction: Installation of new HMA pavement, concrete curbs, concrete drop curbs, concrete sidewalks, porous concrete motorcycle parking areas, and new storm drainage structures and piping.

• Site Clearing: Protection of existing vegetation, clearing and grubbing, stripping and stockpiling topsoil, and removal of above- and below-grade site improvements.

• Utilities: Disconnecting, capping, sealing, and removing site utilities, as well as common work results for utilities, site water distribution piping, sanitary sewerage force main piping, and storm utility drainage piping.

• Pavement Markings: Application of painted markings to asphalt and concrete pavement.

• Concrete Curbs and Sidewalks: Construction of concrete curbs and sidewalks.

• Segmental Concrete Block Retaining Wall: Construction of retaining walls.

• Turf and Grasses: Seeding and hydroseeding.

• Plants: Planting of trees, shrubs, and other vegetation.

• Project Location: U.S. Coast Guard Academy, New London, CT.

• Project Number: 30134884.

• Work Schedule: On-site work is scheduled between April 1, 2026, and December 1, 2027. Specific areas have earlier completion dates (e.g., Campbell Drive by August 14, 2026).

• Work Hours: Construction operations are permitted between 7:00 am and 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday, with exceptions requiring COR approval.

• Safety: All contractors must have OSHA 10 certification. A weekly job site safety meeting and a construction Safety and Health Plan are required.

• Submittals: Includes product data, shop drawings, test reports, and maintenance manuals.

• Contract Type: Not specified, but implies a construction contract.

• Pre-bid Site Visit: Contractors are encouraged to visit the site during the scheduled site visit.

• Submittals: Required prior to beginning on-site work, including Division 1 and 2 submittals.

• Not specified in this document.

• The document details extensive requirements for various construction activities, including earth moving, paving, drainage, concrete work, and landscaping.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a General Decision (CT20250017) issued on July 25, 2025, by the U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division. It establishes prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for various construction trades and laborers in New London County, Connecticut, specifically for "Heavy Construction Projects." The document details minimum wage rates applicable under Executive Order 14026 and Executive Order 13658, depending on the contract award and renewal dates.

This wage determination is crucial for any bidder on federal construction contracts in the specified area and for the "Heavy Construction" category. It outlines the minimum hourly wage and fringe benefit rates that must be paid to laborers and mechanics employed on covered contracts. Bidders must use this information to accurately estimate labor costs for their proposals and ensure compliance with federal labor laws. The document lists specific rates for trades such as Bricklayers, Carpenters, Electricians, Ironworkers, Laborers (various classifications), Painters, and Truck Drivers, among others. It also includes details on paid holidays and hazardous waste premiums.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Standard Form 24 (Rev. 10/2023), a Bid Bond. It is used when a bid guaranty is required for an opportunity. Bidders must complete this form to provide a bond that guarantees their bid.

• Principal: The legal name and business address of the bidder.
• Surety(ies): The name and business address of the surety or sureties providing the bond.
• Penal Sum of Bond: The amount of the bond, expressed as a percentage of the bid price or a specific dollar amount.
• Bid Identification: Details such as Bid Date and Invitation Number.
• Obligation: Outlines the conditions under which the bond is voided, typically upon acceptance of the bid and execution of further contractual documents and bonds.
• Conditions: Specifies that the Principal has submitted the bid identified.
• Execution: Sections for signatures, names, titles, and corporate seals of the Principal and Surety(ies).

This form is essential for bidders who are required to submit a bid bond. It details the information that must be provided by both the principal (bidder) and the surety. Failure to submit a properly executed bid bond may result in disqualification. Bidders should pay close attention to the penal sum requirements and ensure their surety is listed on the Department of the Treasury's list of approved sureties.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the repaving of various locations at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy in New London, CT. The project includes removal of existing asphalt and concrete, installation of new storm drainage, HMA pavement, concrete curbs, porous concrete, segmental block retaining walls, and re-installation of a USPS Mail Drop Box. The estimated magnitude of construction is between $1,000,000.00 and $5,000,000.00.

• Repaving of Campbell Drive, Eagle Drive, Pickering Road, and Lot J.

• Removal of existing asphalt and concrete pavement, curbs, storm drainage structures, and pipes.

• Installation of new storm drainage structures and pipes.

• Construction of HMA pavement, concrete curbs, porous concrete motorcycle parking areas, segmental block retaining walls, and underdrain pipe systems.

• Application of pavement markings.

• Re-installation of USPS Mail Drop Box.

• Work to be performed in accordance with Specifications for PSN 30134884 (175 pages) and Drawings P30134884 (55 sheets).

• Contract type: Firm Fixed Price Construction.

• Period of Performance: Commencement within 10 calendar days after notice to proceed, completion within 609 calendar days. No work prior to April 1, 2026. Contract completion date of December 1, 2027.

• Estimated Value: $1,000,000.00 - $5,000,000.00.

• NAICS Code: 237990 – Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction.

• Small Business Size Standard: $45.0 Million.

• Bids Due: January 6, 2026, at 2:00 PM LOCAL TIME, Warwick, RI.

• Questions Due: December 17, 2025, by 4:00 PM LOCAL TIME, Warwick, RI.

• A 20% bid guarantee (SF 24) is required.

• Bids offering less than 60 calendar days for acceptance will be rejected.

• Evaluation will be based on price and price-related factors.

• This solicitation is issued as a 100% Total Small Business Set-aside.

• Offerors are urged to visit the site. Site visit scheduled for Friday, December 5, 2025, at 10:30 AM.

• Connecticut Sales and Use Taxes shall NOT be included in the proposed price as a CERT-134 will be provided.

• Funds are not currently available for this project. The Government reserves the right to cancel this solicitation.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation details the "Repave CGA" project at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy in New London, CT, involving various paving and site work improvements. The project encompasses demolition, new construction, and upgrades to existing infrastructure across several key areas.

Campbell Drive Area:

• Demolition of existing asphalt-overlaid concrete pavement and curbs.
• Construction of new Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) pavement, concrete curbs, and sidewalks.
• Replacement and installation of storm drainage structures (catch basins, manholes).
• Relocation of a USPS drop box.
• Construction of a pervious concrete motorcycle parking area.

Eagle Drive & Pickering Road Area:

• Replacement of HMA pavement and bituminous curbing with new HMA pavement and concrete curbing.
• Modification of Eagle Drive for additional parking.
• Storm drainage improvements, including installation of a 36" HDPE stormwater line.

Lot J Area:

• Renovation of the existing paved parking lot.
• Removal of existing pavement, subbase, sidewalk, brick paving, and curbing.
• Installation of new concrete curbing, sidewalks, brick paving, and traditional HMA pavement for drive aisles.
• Installation of drainage subbase and porous asphalt pavement for parking lanes.
• Installation of new pre-cast concrete catch basin and associated stormwater piping, including piping for porous asphalt underdrain.

General Site Work:

• Detailed drawings cover existing conditions, removals, materials, layout, grading, utilities (stormwater, sanitary sewer, water lines), and erosion/sediment control.

• Specific construction details are provided for catch basins, manholes, curbs, sidewalks, retaining walls, curb ramps, and porous concrete parking lots.

• References to Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) standard sheets for various components (e.g., inlets, manholes, railroad crossing details).

• The document includes various drawing sheets detailing project specifics.

• References to "Base Bid" work and "Option Items" for certain areas.

• This document primarily consists of technical drawings and project descriptions; specific proposal submission instructions or evaluation criteria are not detailed within these chunks.

• No specific eligibility or set-aside information is present in this document.

• Drawings are organized by area: Campbell Drive, Eagle Drive & Pickering Road, and Lot J.

• Includes site photographs documenting existing conditions.

• Utility plans specify storm drainage layouts, manholes, catch basins, and pipe sizes/slopes.

• Erosion and sediment control plans outline necessary measures during construction.

• Materials plans outline materials for option items.