How to bid on the Vinnys 2ND and 3RD Floor Abatement Project for the City of Torrington

What the City of Torrington is buying

The City of Torrington is looking for qualified contractors to perform hazardous building materials abatement on the second and third floors of a building located at 245 E. Elm St. in Torrington, Connecticut. This project involves the complete removal of these materials.

This is an opportunity for environmental contractors to work with a municipal government on a specific abatement project.

Key dates and deadlines

Proposals are due by September 17, 2026, at 11:00 AM Eastern Time. Submissions must be delivered to the Purchasing Agent at City Hall, Room 206, located at 140 Main St., Torrington, CT.

A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for September 3, 2026, at 11:00 AM at the project site, 245 E. Elm St., Torrington, CT. Attendance at this meeting is highly encouraged for interested bidders.

Who this opportunity suits

This solicitation is suitable for environmental contractors specializing in hazardous building materials abatement. The project is located in Torrington, Connecticut.

The contract is subject to state compliance requirements, including set-asides. Small business enterprises (SBEs) have a 25% set-aside, and minority, women, and disadvantaged business enterprises (M/W/DisBEs) have a 6.25% set-aside. Small, minority, women, and disadvantaged business enterprises are encouraged to apply.

How to respond

The full solicitation documents and instructions on how to respond are available on CTsource, Connecticut's statewide procurement portal. You can view the bid publicly without needing an account.

To download documents or submit your proposal, you will need to create a free CTsource account. Ensure you submit your response before the deadline.

Tips for a competitive response

Carefully review all project specifications and requirements outlined in the solicitation documents. Pay close attention to the scope of work for the hazardous materials abatement on both the second and third floors.

Attending the highly encouraged pre-bid meeting on September 3, 2026, is a good way to gain a clearer understanding of the site conditions and ask any questions directly to the City of Torrington representatives. This can help you prepare a more accurate and competitive proposal.

Ensure your proposal clearly addresses how you meet the state contract compliance requirements, especially regarding the set-aside percentages for SBEs and M/W/DisBEs, if applicable to your firm. Highlight your experience with similar abatement projects and your capacity to complete the work within the required timeframe.