This work shall consist of furnishing all equipment, tools, labor and materials and performing all work necessary for cleaning, removing and disposing of all sludge, dirt, gravel, roots, grease and other debris from the existing drainage system which includes culverts, manholes, catch basins and drop inlets as directed by the Engineer. It also includes the televising and digital recording of existing storm drain systems utilizing a color closed circuit television (CCTV) inspection unit to determine the condition of the pipes. In addition to the Bid Bond required under the "Bidding Requirements" section of these Specifications, the Contractor shall furnish a Surety Bond acceptable to the Town in an amount at least equal to 100 percent of the Contract Price as security for the faithful performance of this Contract, and for payment of all persons performing labor under this Contract and furnishing materials in connection with this Contract. The surety on such Bond shall be a duly authorized surety company, satisfactory to the Town and authorized to do business in the State of Connecticut. For routine (non-emergency) work, the Contractor shall schedule the work within fourteen (14) calendar days of written request by the Town. Each bid must be accompanied by a bid bond or bank check, payable to the Town of Manchester for five percent (5%) of the total bid. In the event of a base bid/alternate bid situation, the bid bond will be for five percent (5%) of the base bid. The bond must be furnished by a surety company satisfactory to the Town and must be a corporate surety licensed to sign surety bonds in the State of Connecticut. The Town of Manchester will not be liable for the accrual of any interest on any certified check submitted. Cashiers' checks made payable to the Town of Manchester will be accepted. For emergency work, the Contractor shall schedule the work within forty-eight (48) hours of written request by the Town. Question Submission Deadline: August 25, 2023, 4:00pm The term of the contract shall be from Date of Award up to and including September 30, 2025. Prices must be held firm during the original contract term.