# Middletown Civic Plus #2026-017

City of Middletown Solicits Bids for Construction of New 911 Central Communications Building

**Posted:** September 25, 2026
**Identifier:** 2026-017
**NAICS:** 236220, 238190, 238290

The City of Middletown is seeking bids for the construction of a new Central Communications Center (911 building) at 499 Mile Lane, Middletown, CT.
- Project scope:
  - Construction of a 6,800 sq ft, single-story, steel-framed, slab-on-grade building with flat roof and masonry veneer exterior
  - Includes all labor, materials, equipment, and services as specified in bid documents
  - Soil excavation and disposal of impacted soils (500 cubic yards)
  - Import of structural fill (750 cubic yards) for backfill if required
  - Alternates for removal of pre-manufactured trellis system and rooftop mechanical screen system
- No specific OEMs or vendors are named; bidders must supply all required materials and systems
- Notable requirements:
  - Submission of a 5% bid bond with proposals
  - Performance and payment bonds for 100% of contract sum from awarded contractor
  - 12-month maintenance bond after completion
  - Compliance with Connecticut wage rates, OSHA, and hazardous materials handling
  - Substantial completion required within 425 calendar days; liquidated damages of $500/day for delays
  - Bidders must comply with the City’s Affirmative Action Plan
- Plans and specifications are available only via the City's website; pre-bid conference is strongly encouraged

### Description

The City of Middletown is soliciting sealed bids for the construction of a new 6,800 square foot Central Communications Center located at 499 Mile Lane. The building will be a single-story, slab-on-grade, steel-framed structure with a flat roof and masonry veneer exterior. Bidders must submit a 5% bid bond with their proposals, and the successful bidder will be required to provide performance and payment bonds equal to 100% of the contract sum, as well as a 5% maintenance bond after completion. A pre-bid conference is scheduled for October 7, 2026, and bids are due by November 4, 2026, at 11:00 am. Plans and specifications are available on the City's website, and bids will be publicly opened via WebEx.

[View original listing](https://www.middletownct.gov/bids.aspx?bidID=186)