Redevelopment of Kaman Property

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS/PROPOSALS
FOR PLANNING SERVICES RELATED TO
THE REDEVELOPMENT OF THE FORMER KAMAN PROPERTY
100 South Main Street, Plainfield CT
ECLB RFQ/RFP 2026 Kaman 01
The Eastern Connecticut Land Bank (ECLB) has issued this Request for Proposals/Qualifications (RFP/QQ) in
partnership with the Town of Plainfield, Connecticut (the Town) for planning services to facilitate the
redevelopment of the former Kaman property parcels (the Site), which total approximately 30.27 acres with
the primary parcel located at 100 South Main Street. See attached mapping and tax cards for additional Site
information. The Site includes the following parcels:
Address Municipal Parcel ID Size
100 South Main Street 01M-0096-0001 13.6 Acres
57 Union St 01M-0096-0005 .15 Acres
53 Union St 01M-0096-0006 .10 Acres
45 Union St 01M-0096-0007 .17 Acres
0 Union St 01M-096B-0005 .29 Acres
0 S Main St 01M-0096-0017 .26 Acres
0 S Main St 01M-0096-0018 .29 Acres
0 S Main St 01M-0065-0005 12 Acres
0 River St 01M-0065-009B .54 Acres
101 S Main St 01M-0065-0002 .21 Acres
95 S Main St 01M-0065-0001 .20 Acres
0 Plainfield Rd 01M-0097-0096 .16 Acres
0 Plainfield Rd 01M-0097-0095 2.3 Acres
The ECLB has been awarded a Brownfield Assessment Grant from the CT Department of Economic and
Community Development (DECD) to fill data gaps in the existing environmental assessments and to conduct
preliminary planning and engineering activities. The scope of work addressed in this RFP/Q is specific to the
planning activities. A separate RFP will be issued for the scope of work associated with the environmental
assessment tasks. The ECLB, with the Town, intends to solicit a developer(s) to take ownership of the parcels
and redevelop them to fulfill a "highest and best use."
There will be a public opening of this Bid. Contractors may attend on October 20th, 2026
at 1:00 P.M. at the Plainfield Town Hall Economic Development Office.
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employers, Minority/Women Business Enterprises are encouraged to
apply.
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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS/PROPOSALS
FOR PLANNING SERVICES RELATED TO
THE REDEVELOPMENT OF THE FORMER KAMAN PROPERTY
100 South Main Street, Plainfield CT
ECLB RFQ/RFP 2026 Kaman 01
INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS .......................................................................................................................... 3
SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS ......................................................................................................................... 4
EVALUATION AND SELECTION CRITERIA ....................................................................................................... 6
SCOPE OF WORK ........................................................................................................................................... 7
TASKS ........................................................................................................................................................ 7
SITE WALK ................................................................................................................................................. 9
PROJECT SCHEDULE .................................................................................................................................. 9
RESOURCES ............................................................................................................................................... 9
ATTACHMENT 1: PROPOSAL CHECKLIST ..................................................................................................... 10
ATTACHMENT 2: INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS .......................................................................................... 13
ATTACHMENT 3: ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS OF AGREEMENT ....................................................................... 14
ATTACHMENT 4: NON-COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT ........................................................................................... 15
ATTACHMENT 5: CHRO COMPLIANCE REGULATIONS ................................................................................ 16
ATTACHMENT 6: COST PROPOSAL FORM ................................................................................................... 17
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INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS
The Respondent's submittal shall include:
One (1) original of the entire RFQ/RFP package,
One (1) exact copy of the entire RFQ/RFP package, and
One (1) thumb drive containing the RFQ/RFP bid package.
RFQ / RFP packages shall be mailed to the Eastern Connecticut Land Bank, Care of The Town of Plainfield
Economic Development Office, Attention Shannon Fagan 8 Community Ave, Plainfield, CT, during normal
office hours by no later than 1:00 P.M., October 20th, 2026. Submittals received after this date and time will
not be accepted. Sealed envelopes should be clearly marked:
"ECLB RFQ/RFP 2026 Kaman 01".
In the case that Town Hall is closed for weather-related or some other emergency-related circumstances,
then submittals shall be due the next day when Town Hall reopens for business, no later than 1:00 PM on
that day. Fax or email submissions will not be accepted.
All questions must be submitted by October 6th, 2026, by 2:00 PM. Questions must be submitted by email
to the Town of Plainfield Economic Development Director, Shannon Fagan (sfagan@plainfieldct.org). All
questions determined to be of interest to all prospective firms will be answered in writing by an addendum,
which will be posted on the Town's website. It is the responsibility of potential bidders to check the
websites for addenda. Interested firms should check the website 48 hours before the closing date.
This RFQ/RFP does not commit the ECLB to select any Respondent or enter into any contract agreement.
The ECLB reserves the right to accept or reject any or all RFQ/RFP to waive any informalities and, if it is
deemed to be in the public's best interest, to enter directly into negotiations with one or more
Respondents based on responses to the RFQ/RFP, and to request additional information from some or all
Respondents. The ECLB reserves the right to accept any proposal deemed in the best interests of the ECLB
and the Town of Plainfield.
The ECLB nor the Town will not be liable for any costs incurred by a firm in the preparation or submission
of a proposal.
The information provided herein is not intended to, and shall not, bind the ECLB to any of the statements
or assumptions set forth herein.
Responses must set forth accurate and complete information for each item listed below. At the ECLB's
discretion, failure to do so could result in disqualification.
The successful bidder will be expected to commence services as soon as possible upon award, as
determined by the ECLB. Any contract entered into by the ECLB and the successful bidder shall provide
that the ECLB may terminate the contract upon thirty (30) days' notice to the bidder. The information
provided herein is not intended to and shall not bind the ECLB to any of the statements or assumptions set
forth herein.
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SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
Qualification packages and sealed Cost Proposals for the Project are due no later than 1:00 P.M. (EST) on
October 20th, 2026.
A complete package shall include:
One (1) Original of the Qualification Package and Cost Proposal
One (1) Exact Copy of Qualification and Cost Proposal, and
One (1) A thumb drive containing the entire bid package.
The ORIGINAL Qualification Package and Cost Proposal must be submitted in two (2) sealed envelopes,
clearly labeled:
ENVELOPE A - "Statement of Qualifications [Bidder Company Name]: ECLB RFQ/RFP 2026
Kaman 01"
a. Envelope A shall contain a Thumb Drive with the entire Bid Package, including the Cost
Proposal.
ENVELOPE B - "Cost Proposal [Bidder Company Name]: ECLB RFQ/RFP 2026 Kaman 01"
ENVELOPE A:
1. Cover letter signed by an officer of the firm, binding the firm to all the commitments made in the
proposal. Must include a statement that the proposal remains valid for a period of at least ninety
(90) days from the date of its submission.
2. The Business name(s), business address, phone number, and e-mail address of the prime
consultant and all sub-consultants.
3. Description of the project team, including resumes of all key personnel who would be assigned to
this project. Include pertinent business and individual licenses, certifications, and other related
registrations required to complete this project.
4. Project narrative outlining the proposed approach, methodology, and process to the project,
including deliverables based on the Scope of Services and as outlined in the scope of work.
5. Demonstrated ability to meet the Proposed Project Timeline
6. Minimum of 3 References for previous and/or current contracts on projects of similar scope.
Include dates of contract/project, services performed, and fees for services, contact information
for municipality or business, and a statement on project status or project outcome.
7. ATTACHMENT 1: Proposal Checklist
8. ATTACHMENT 2: Proof of Insurance and Liability
9. ATTACHMENT 3: Acceptance of Terms of this Agreement
10. ATTACHMENT 4: Non-Collusion Affidavit
11. Thumb Drive containing the entire Bid Package, including the Cost Proposal
ENVELOPE B
1. ATTACHMENT 6: Cost Proposal Form
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2. Hourly Rates and Expense Schedule. Per DECD's Office of Brownfield Remediation & Development
Professional Services Selection Guidelines, if selected, the bidder's rates schedule must remain in
effect for the duration of the project.
BID SCHEDULE
SITE WALK: September 23rd, 2026 at 10:00 A.M. Potential bidders may park in the 100 South
Main Street parking lot.
QUESTIONS: All questions must be submitted by 2:00 P.M. on October 6th, 2026.
ADDENDUM: An Addendum will be posted no later than October 9th, 2026 4:00 P.M.
DUE DATE: Applications are to respond to this request by 1:00 P.M. (EST), October 20th, 2026.
DECISION: A decision is expected in November of 2026, with the project kickoff to start
immediately. The ECLB reserves the right to shortlist up to three firms for a RFQ/RFP interview.
PROJECT COMPLETION: This Project is expected to be completed, with all deliverables submitted
within 6 months of contract execution.
QUESTIONS
Questions must be submitted by email to the Town of Plainfield Economic Development Director,
Shannon Fagan (sfagan@plainfieldct.org). Questions in response to this RFQ/RFP may be accepted until
2:00 P.M. on October 6th, 2026.
SITE WALK
A mandatory site walk will be conducted at 10:00 A.M. on September 23rd, 2026 initiated at the property
located at 100 South Main Street, Plainfield CT. Bidders not in attendance of the mandatory site walk will
be disqualified.
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EVALUATION AND SELECTION CRITERIA
A selection committee will evaluate the Respondents based on the following criteria:
The Lowest Responsible and Qualified Bidder will be the primary basis for contractor selection.
Completeness of RFQ/RFP package (ENVELOPE A) and cost estimate of bid (ENVELOPE B).
Qualification to complete the scope of work and previous experience with state-funded
environmental assessment projects.
Responsiveness to the Proposed Scope of Work and the Respondent's understanding of the
planning project.
Proposed schedule.
Current workload and demonstrated capacity to meet schedule. Ability to provide the services
within the proposed project schedule and within time constraints.
Pricing expense schedule and hourly rate schedule (ENVELOPE B).
Ability to meet local, state, and federal requirements.
Personnel to be assigned to the project team.
Consultants' awareness of project issues, opportunities, and constraints.
The ECLB will select the contractor for this project after receiving CT DECD approval.
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SCOPE OF WORK
PURPOSE
The ECLB has issued this RFP/QQ in partnership with the Town for planning services to facilitate the
redevelopment of the former Kaman property parcels (the Site), which total approximately 30.27 acres with
the primary parcel located at 100 South Main Street. The work included under this RFQ/RFP will be funded
through a CT Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) Municipal Brownfield
Assessment Grant awarded to the ECLB. Available documentation which may assist the consultant with their
RFQ/RFP response have been posted on the Towns website.
TASKS
To facilitate the search for such a developer, the consultant retained through this RFP/Q will provide the
following services:
Task 1 - Real Estate Market Analysis:
* Perform a market analysis for the Site, considering the viability of each of several broad use
categories: residential (single-family/missing-middle1/multi-family); industrial/commercial;
neighborhood-scale commercial (e.g. retail/hospitality/services); mixed-use
residential/commercial; open space.
* For the residential component, identify the ideal types given achievable rents or sales price for
the area.
* Consider key demographic and population metrics and assess current market conditions in the
area, to estimate supply/demand and potential gap for the aforementioned uses.
* Review planned/scheduled/ongoing public capital improvement projects that may enhance or
constrain opportunities on the site.
* Inventory existing, recently completed, under construction, and pending (permitted) private
developments within a reasonable distance from the site.
* Evaluate the capacity of the site to meet that demand, as well as advantages and challenges of
the site as it relates to each asset type and use.
* Validate analytical findings via interviews with developers, brokers, and/or other stakeholders
and experts.
* Delivery of the market analysis should include a cost benefit analysis (i.e. what is the comparative
projected fiscal impact for the town for each of the broad category uses).
Regulatory Analysis
* Based on the market analysis, confer with the Town to narrow the preferred broad uses for the
site. Identify any obstacles within existing Zoning Regulations and/or Ordinances which may
require amendment to achieve the proposed outcomes.
Conceptual Site Plan
* Develop at least two (2) preliminary development programs and corresponding Site plans with
recommendations for the parcels.
* Consider different orientations and proportions of the land dedicated to housing, public space,
mixed use, retail, and any other potential uses.
1 As defined by PA 25-1 and the Town of Plainfield Zoning Regulations.
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* Consider different traffic circulation and parking strategies for the site.
* In addition to the suggested changes flowing from the regulatory analysis, identify necessary
steps to prepare land for the proposed developments, including items such as additional
acquisitions, change in parcel lines or infrastructure investment.
Task 2 - Building Structural Analysis and Renovation Feasibility Study
1. Task 2 objective is to conduct a visual Building Structural Analysis and Renovation Feasibility Study
of the building(s) on the property.
2. Task 2 includes, but is not necessarily limited to the following:
a. Review and evaluate available information on identified building structure on the
property, including the review of available building blueprints and other relevant
materials identified during the course of the Consultants work scope. Blueprints will not
be provided to the contracted consultant team.
b. Evaluate existing conditions of the building for repurpose and redevelopment.
c. Evaluate accessibility of the building for compliance-related issues.
d. Provide recommendations on structural viability of building for the purposes of
redevelopment.
e. Provide a recommendation on eligibility for designation as a historic property.
3. Deliverable: Provide conceptual recommendations for the viability of identified buildings for
repurposing, redevelopment, demolition, or other possible outcomes.
Task 3: Meetings with ECLB, the Town Consulting Firm(s), Potential Developer(s), and Conduct Public
Hearings
1. Task 3 objective is for the Consultant or Consulting Firm and relevant Project Personnel to provide
timely project updates as required to enable project decision-making and to keep the project on
schedule and on budget. Please provide your proposed meeting schedule within the RFQ/RFP
response.
2. Task 3 includes, but is not necessarily limited to the following:
a. The Consultant or Consulting Firm and relevant Project Personnel will attend an in-person
kick-off meeting to discuss project-related items, including project team, project details,
timeline, budget, property access, regulatory requirements, deliverables, invoicing and
reimbursement requests, change order requests, and DECD funding requirements.
At a minimum, project meetings will occur (in-person or virtually) at the conclusion of Tasks 1 and 2,
DRAFT Deliverables, and Final Deliverables. The Consultant or Consulting Firm shall plan to attend
two public in-person meetings, one at the beginning of your assessment process for scoping
purposes, and one to present the project findings.
LIABILITY
The Consultant and any subcontractor shall perform all work at their own risk and shall take all reasonable
precautions to avoid injury to personnel and damage to structures and equipment during the performance
of the work. The Contractor shall assume all responsibility for any such injury or damage caused by their
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actions, including any spills or release of unknown or known hazardous materials.
SITE WALK
A mandatory Site walk will be conducted at 10:00 A.M. on September 23rd, 2026 at indicated at 100 South
Main Street Plainville, Connecticut.
PROJECT SCHEDULE
The Consultant or Consultant Firm should be prepared to enter into a contract with the ECLB within two
weeks of formal notification of selection, and to begin work within one week of contract execution. The
ECLB's selection of Consultant or Consultant Firm is subject to review and approval by DECD. The ECLB
anticipates that the scope of work, as described in this RFQ/RFP shall be completed within 6 months from
the contract date.
RESOURCES
Please refer to the Town of Plainfield website.
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