Routine Repairs, Emergency Repairs, and Minor Construction of the Water and Sewer Systems

The Town of Berlin Water Control Commission is seeking a qualified firm to provide labor and owned equipment for routine repairs, emergency repairs, and minor construction on the town’s water and sewer infrastructure for the 2027‑2028 calendar years. The contract is a two‑year, fixed‑price agreement beginning January 1 2027, with an anticipated start‑up and response time of 90 minutes for emergencies and 48 hours for routine work. The vendor must supply a qualified superintendent, full‑time labor crew, and a fleet of owned equipment (backhoes, loaders, trucks, compressors, pumps, etc.) and must be licensed (P‑7) in Connecticut. Proposals are due electronically by September 30 2026. • Scope: Routine and emergency repairs, minor construction, material handling, traffic control, and related site services. • Required resources: Superintendent, labor crew, backhoe, loader, trucks, compressors, pumps, minor tools, and owned equipment (no rentals for core items). • Performance standards: 90‑minute response for emergencies, 48‑hour response for routine calls, compliance with OSHA and local regulations, provision of quantity slips for payment. • Contract length: 2 years (Jan 1 2027 – Dec 31 2028) with renewal option. • Submission: Electronic via OpenGov portal; questions due Sep 23 2026; mandatory insurance and licensing documentation required.