Project Information

Bid Title

26-13 Forced Hot-Air Installation

Issuing Agency

Town of Ridgefield, Connecticut

Location

Connecticut

Published Date

May 13, 2026

Closing Date

Jul 2, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

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26-13 Forced Hot-Air Installation

26-13 Forced Hot-Air Installation

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26-13 1

LEGAL NOTICE

The Town of Ridgefield invites all interested parties to submit sealed

bids on the following:

BID DUE DATE: July 2, 2026

BID DUE TIME: 11:00 am EST

BID ITEM: Forced Hot-Air Installation

BID NUMBER: 26-13

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: 26-13(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.

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFB)

Installation of Gas-Fired Unit Heaters and Replacement of Existing Forced Hot Air

Furnaces

INTRODUCTION

The Town of Ridgefield is soliciting sealed bids from qualified mechanical

contractors to furnish all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision necessary for the

removal of existing forced hot air furnaces and the installation of new gas-fired unit

heaters (Modine or approved equal) at the Public Works Garages (Buildings 1 & 2),

located at 60 South Street, Ridgefield, Connecticut.

The intent of this project is to improve heating efficiency, system reliability, and

operational performance within the Public Works facilities.

PROJECT OVERVIEW

The scope of work includes, but is not limited to:

• Removal and proper disposal of existing forced hot air furnace systems

• Furnishing and installation of new gas-fired unit heaters (Modine or approved

equal)

• Modifications to gas piping, electrical systems, and venting

• Installation of new thermostatic controls

• Testing, balancing, and commissioning of the complete system

All work shall comply with applicable State of Connecticut Building Code, Connecticut

Mechanical Code, and Connecticut Fuel Gas Code.

BASIS OF DESIGN / EQUIPMENT SCHEDULE

The following equipment shall be provided as part of this project:

Garage 1

• Three (3) gas-fired unit heaters

• Each unit sized at **250,000 BTU/hr input

• Ceiling-suspended configuration unless field conditions dictate otherwise

Garage 2

• Five (5) gas-fired unit heaters

• Each unit sized at 250,000 BTU/hr input

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• Ceiling-suspended configuration unless field conditions dictate otherwise

All units shall be Modine (see the attached specifications sheet) or approved equal, high-

efficiency, gas-fired unit heaters suitable for commercial/municipal garage applications

Contractor is responsible for confirming final sizing and layout based on field conditions

and heat loss calculations. Contractors are responsible for verifying all existing conditions

prior to bidding.

SCOPE OF WORK

Demolition

• Disconnect and remove existing forced hot air furnaces and associated

components

• Remove ductwork where no longer required

• Cap, secure, and make safe all utilities

• Dispose of all materials in accordance with applicable regulations

Equipment Installation

• Provide and install the unit heaters listed in Section 3

• Install all supports, hangers, threaded rod, and structural attachments

• Provide vibration isolation where required

• Coordinate final layout to optimize heat distribution in each garage bay

Gas Piping

• Modify and extend existing gas service to serve all new units

• Provide new black steel gas piping, valves, drip legs, unions, and shutoffs

• Install gas regulators if required

• Pressure test all piping per code requirements

Venting

• Provide Category III or IV venting (as required by selected equipment)

• Install all vent piping, terminations, and supports

• Provide roof/wall penetrations with proper flashing and weatherproofing

All roof penetrations shall be performed by any approved roofing contractor based on

the attached roof warranty.

Electrical Work

• Provide all electrical connections to each unit heater

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• Install local disconnect switches

• Coordinate circuiting with existing panels

• Include any required upgrades to support new loads

Controls

• Provide new thermostats rated for garage environments, see note below

• Install low-voltage wiring and control connections, see note below

All units shall have new thermostat controls (see the attached specifications sheet).

Contractor shall field verify all low voltage wire for proper connectivity prior to installing

the new thermostats.

Testing & Commissioning

• Start-up all units in accordance with manufacturer requirements

• Verify proper combustion, airflow, and temperature rise

• Balance heating distribution as required

• Provide training for Town personnel

WARRANTY

• Minimum one (1) year labor warranty

• Manufacturer’s standard equipment warranty

• Provide options for extended warranties

PROJECT SCHEDULE

• RFP Issued: May 12, 2026

• Mandatory Site Visit: Thursday May 28, 2026 at 11:00

AM

• RFI’s Due: Thursday June 4, 2026 at 11:00 AM

• Proposals Due: Thursday July 2, 2026 at 11:00 AM

• Notice of Award: Thursday July 9 , 2026

• Substantial Completion: Thursday September 17, 2026

Work shall be coordinated to maintain Public Works operations during construction.

ATTACHMENTS

Equipment cut sheets

Roof Warranty – Garage #1

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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

Commodity Codes

• NAICS 238220Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors

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