27-03 Ridgefield Recreation Center Exterior Painting Addendum 1

L E G A L N O T I C E
The Town of Ridgefield invites all interested parties to submit sealed
bids on the following:
BID DUE DATE: July 30, 2026
BID DUE TIME: 11:00 am EST
BID ITEM: Ridgefield Recreation Center Exterior Painting
BID NUMBER: 27-03
Terms and conditions as well as the description of items being bid are stated in
the specifications. Specifications may be obtained at the following address:
Town of Ridgefield
David McFate
400 Main Street
Ridgefield, CT. 06877
(203) 431-2720
Bids shall be submitted via email to the following:
purchasing@ridgefieldct.gov
SUBJECT: 27-03 (Company Name) Bid Package
Bids must be received no later than the date and time stated above at the
Purchasing Director's office on the second floor or via email. For further
information, please call David McFate at (203) 431-2720 or email at
purchasing@ridgefieldct.gov
Results may be viewed at https://www.ridgefieldct.gov/departments/
purchasing/bid_notices.php after the bid opening.

TOWN OF RIDGEFIELD PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT
BID SPECIFICATION
Exterior Wood Cleaning, Preparation and Staining
Ridgefield Recreation Center
195 Danbury Road
Ridgefield, Connecticut
1. GENERAL
The Town of Ridgefield is requesting sealed bids from qualified painting contractors for the
complete preparation and staining of all exterior wood siding, trim, exposed beams and related
wood components at the Ridgefield Recreation Center.
The intent is to restore and protect all exterior wood surfaces while maintaining the existing
appearance of the facility.
2. SCOPE OF WORK
The Contractor shall furnish all labor, supervision, materials, equipment, lifts, tools, safety
equipment and incidentals necessary to complete the project.
The work shall include, but not necessarily be limited to:
Surface Preparation
Contractor shall:
* Inspect all exterior wood surfaces.
* Pressure wash all wood surfaces using environmentally safe cleaning products suitable
for wood siding.
* Remove dirt, mildew, mold, oxidation and loose stain.
* Light sand weathered areas and raised grain.
* Scrape all loose or failing stain.
* Feather all transition areas.
* Mask and protect windows, doors, roofing, masonry, landscaping, lighting fixtures and
adjacent surfaces.
Repairs
Prior to staining, contractor shall inspect for:
* rotten wood

* deteriorated trim
* damaged siding
* loose boards
* failed fasteners
Repairs are not included in the base bid.
Contractor shall submit written documentation of any repairs required.
The Town may:
* authorize repairs by change order,
* perform repairs separately,
* or eliminate repairs.
Provide unit pricing with the bid for:
* Carpenter
* Painter
* Laborer
Hourly rates shall include overhead and profit.
Staining
Existing finish is believed to be solid stain. Contractor shall verify
compatibility with proposed new finish.
Apply two (2) complete coats of premium exterior solid-color
stain. Approved products:
* Sherwin-Williams WoodScapes Exterior Acrylic Solid Color Stain
* Sherwin-Williams WoodScapes Exterior Latex Stain
* Approved equal
Color shall match the existing building.
Color sample shall be approved by the Town prior to application.
Application methods may include:
* brush
* spray and back-roll
* brush and roll
Final finish shall be uniform with no holidays, lap marks, runs or overspray.

Metal Components
Clean, prepare and repaint:
* exposed steel braces
* metal end caps
* miscellaneous painted metal associated with the building exterior
Finish shall consist of:
* surface preparation
* primer where required
* two finish coats of Sherwin-Williams DTM Acrylic or approved equal.
Protection
Contractor shall protect:
* roofing
* sidewalks
* landscaping
* vehicles
* HVAC equipment
* windows
* lighting
* playground
* adjacent facilities
Plywood protection shall be used under ladders where work occurs over roofing.
Overspray shall not be permitted.
Site Cleanup
Contractor shall:
* remove all masking
* collect debris daily
* dispose of waste legally
* leave the site broom clean each workday
3. MATERIALS

Only premium commercial-grade coatings shall be used.
Products shall be new and unopened.
Contractor shall submit product data sheets before beginning work.
No substitutions shall be made without written approval.
4. EQUIPMENT
Contractor shall provide all necessary:
* boom lifts
* scissor lifts
* ladders
* scaffolding
* fall protection
* safety equipment
The Town will not furnish equipment.
5. WORK HOURS
Normal or extended work hours:
Monday-Friday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Contractor shall insure public access to RRC facilities is unimpeded during work.
Weekend work requires prior written approval.
6. PROJECT SCHEDULE
Contractor shall begin work within 30 days of Notice to Proceed.
Substantial Completion: Within 20 calendar days, weather permitting.
7. QUALITY CONTROL
The Contractor shall:
* follow manufacturer's application requirements

* maintain wet edge
* ensure proper film thickness
* protect finishes from rain
* repair all damaged work
The Town reserves the right to reject work that does not meet industry standards.
8. WARRANTY
Provide a minimum:
Three (3) Year Warranty
against:
* peeling
* blistering
* excessive fading
* adhesion failure resulting from workmanship
Normal weathering excluded.
9. CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS
Bidder shall have:
* Minimum five years commercial exterior painting experience.
* Minimum three projects of similar size.
* Connecticut Home Improvement or applicable Contractor License.
* OSHA compliant safety program.
Provide references with bid.

10. EXCLUSIONS
Unless specifically authorized by change order, the following are excluded:
* Structural repairs
* Rot replacement
* Caulking beyond minor preparation
* Hazardous material abatement
* Lead paint remediation
* Asbestos
* Electrical work
* Landscaping restoration beyond incidental damage
11.ALTERNATE PRICING
Provide separate pricing for:
Alternate No. 1
Replace deteriorated wood siding
Price:
Per linear foot
Alternate No. 2
Replace deteriorated trim
Price:
Per linear foot
Alternate No. 3
Carpentry Labor
Hourly Rate

Alternate No. 4
Additional Painting Labor
Hourly Rate
12. BID SHALL INCLUDE
The lump sum bid shall include:
* all labor
* materials
* lifts
* mobilization
* masking
* protection
* cleanup
* disposal
* supervision
* permits (if required)
* insurance
* overhead
* profit
No additional compensation shall be made except by approved change order.

TOWN OF RIDGEFIELD
CONNECTICUT
BOARD OF SELECTMEN
INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS
1. Bids shall be submitted via email to purchasing@ridgefieldct.gov. The time
stamp of the email shall be on or before the bid due date.
2. Withdrawals of or amendments to bids received later than the time and
date specified for bid opening will not be considered.
3. The Board of Selectpersons of the Town of Ridgefield reserves the right
to accept or reject any or all options, bids or proposals; to waive any
technicality in any bid or part thereof, and to accept any bid deemed to be
in the best interest of the Town of Ridgefield, Connecticut.
4. Bidders may be present at the opening of bids.
5. Bids may be held by the Town of Ridgefield for a period not to exceed
sixty (60) days from the opening of bids for the purpose of reviewing the
bids and investigating the qualifications of bidders prior to the awarding of
the contract.
6. Insurance requirements: must be submitted with the bid. This includes
any Hold Harmless requirements as well as Certificates of Insurance for
the full amounts specified. Unauthorized changes to these forms, i.e.
adding, striking out and/or changing any words, language or limits will
cause the bidder to be disqualified.
a. Please Note: Prior to the start of work, the Town of Ridgefield
and/or the Board of Education shall be endorsed on the
Contractor's policies of insurance as additional insured. The
Contractor shall obtain a policy of insurance, with minimum limits of
liability as specified containing an endorsement that covers this
agreement to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the Town/City
and/or Board of Education or any of their officers, employees,
agents, servants and volunteers. The Contractor shall obtain an

endorsement to said insurance policy stating that the Contractor's
insurance is primary and any insurance obtained, or self insurance
provided, by the Town of Ridgefield and/or Board of Education is
excess. The Contractor's insurance carrier will waive all rights of
subrogation against the Town of Ridgefield and/or Board of
Education, and all of their respective officers, employees, agents,
servants and volunteers. The Contractor shall furnish a copy of the
insurance policy that meets all of the above requirements before
any work or use of the property commences. Failure to do so will
result in disqualification of the Bid. There will be no exceptions.
7. Permits: It is the Contractor's responsibility to obtain any necessary
permits prior to the start of construction. All work shall be completed in
compliance with the latest edition of the prevailing fire prevention and
building codes in effect in the State of Connecticut, the latest edition of the
State of Connecticut Department of Transportation Standard
Specifications for Roads, Bridges and Incidental Construction, Town of
Ridgefield Road Construction Standards, or as set forth in these
specifications. Any local (Town of Ridgefield) permits will have the permit
fee waived.
8. Emergency Work: The Contractor shall file with the Engineer a telephone
number of a person authorized by them who may be contacted regarding
emergency work at the job site that may be required during non-working
hours for reasons of public safety. The person shall be readily available
and have full authority to deal with any emergency that may occur.
9. Sales Tax: In accordance with the provisions of Special Act No. 77-98, as
amended, and Section 12-412(a) of the Connecticut General Statutes,
sales of tangible personal property and services to the Town are not
subject to the Connecticut Sales and Use Tax, and such tax shall not be
included as part of the bid.
10.Contractor's Qualification Statement: The Contractor's Qualification
Statement must be filled out as part of the bid package and the experience
and references listed therein will be one to the determining factors in the
awarding of the bid.
11.Hold Harmless Agreement: In order for the bid to be considered valid,
the Contractor must sign the enclosed hold harmless agreement. Bids
submitted without the signed hold harmless agreement will be rejected.
12.Prevailing Wage Rates: This project is not subject to the
State of Connecticut prevailing wage rate requirements.