The Town of Alton is now accepting bids for one aluminum Platform Body “Magnum” 9’ length x 96” width and should include all manufacturer’s warranty and extended warranty options. Bid terms and specifications are available at the Selectmen’s Office, Alton Town Hall 1 Monument Square.

Sealed bids shall be mailed in an envelope clearly marked as, “Aluminum Platform
Body” addressed to Town Administrator, PO Box 659, Alton NH 03809 or delivered to the Town of Alton/Selectmen’s Office at the Town Hall, bids must be received on May 15, 2008 by 2:00pm. Faxed or e-mailed bids will not be accepted.

The Selectmen have the right to accept or reject any or all bids.

INVITATION TO BID

The Town of Alton is now accepting bids for a One Ton Vehicle, 4 W.D. Chassis regular cab, with 5 speed transmission, trailer tow, snow chief group, heavy duty snow plow package, and manual 4x4 shift on the move. Bids must include all manufacturer’s warranty and extended warranty options.

Bid terms and specifications are available at the Selectmen’s Office, Alton Town Hall. Sealed bills shall be mailed in an envelope clearly marked, “One Ton Vehicle” addressed to the Town Administrator, Town of Alton PO Box 659 Alton NH 03809 or delivered to the Selectmen’s Office at the Town Hall on May 15, 2008 by 2:00pm. Faxed or e-mailed bids will not be accepted.

The Selectmen have the right to accept or reject any or all bids.

The Alton Board of Selectmen will conduct a Public Hearing on May 19th, 2008 at 6:00pm at the Alton Town Hall to review Stockbridge Corner Road Re-Construction Plan. The public is invited to attend.

The Alton Police Department is providing bicycle safety helmets to any child in need of a helmet. Just go to the lobby of the Alton Police Department and you will be able to get a helmet free of charge while supplies last. They also have reflectors, coloring books, pencils etc.

Town of Alton, NEW HAMPSHIRE
REQUEST FOR STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS ENGINEERING SERVICES

INTRODUCTION

This request for Statement of Qualifications is an invitation to qualified CONSULTING ENGINEERING FIRMS (individuals, partnerships, companies and corporations) interested in providing consulting services for developing a long road reconstruction plan for the Town of Alton. The Town will accept and review Statements of Qualifications from consulting engineering firms and select the most qualified and beneficial consulting engineering firm(s).

Information and instructions necessary for consulting engineering firms to submit Statements of Qualifications to the Town regarding these engineering services are contained within this request for Statement of Qualifications.

PURPOSE

The Town intends to engage the services of a qualified professional consulting engineering firm (Contractor) to be the Town's consulting engineer for developing a long term reconstruction plan for the town highways.

PRIMARY TASKS AND DESCRIPTIONS

The engineering consultant will be expected to provide the following services:
a.) Develop reconstruction plan for all paved roads.

b.) Develop reconstruction plan for all gravel roads.

c) Develop cost analysis to implement the plan.

d) After review and approval of the draft plan, prepare a final report for the public.

e) Attend meetings with the Town to discuss the progress and to provide any recommendations or concerns.

f) To assist the Town to implement the plan as needed.


STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS

Consulting engineering firms interested in providing the Engineering Services as described in this request for Statement of Qualifications must provide the following no later than April 25, 2008.

1.) A description of your firm's proposed approach to the project.

2.) Professional background and caliber of previous experience of key persons within your firm to be assigned to this project. Identify their precise role in accomplishing the work and include resumes.

3.) If you propose to use the services of a specialty consultant as a subcontractor, please indicate name, address and previous affiliations.

4.) Recent experience on similar projects in the State of New Hampshire completed by your firm in the past five years. Detail the type of project and indicate the individuals on your staff who had responsibility for each project and whether or not these people are still with your firm.

5.) Ability and fitness of the firm to perform the work on schedule.

6.) Firm's familiarity with the area of the project.

7.) Fee Structure of all person's involved.

Interested consulting engineering firms shall furnish four copies of the submittal to: Town of Alton, P.O. Box 659 1 Monument Square, Alton, New Hampshire


Statements of Qualifications shall be marked "Road Plan Engineering Services" with the consulting engineering firm's name clearly stated at the bottom left of the envelope/package in which the Statement of Qualifications is contained.

The Statement of Qualifications shall be submitted in an organized manner. Unnecessarily elaborate brochures or other materials beyond that which is sufficient to present a complete and effective Statement of Qualifications are neither necessary nor desired.

The Statement of Qualifications shall include all information requested. Any exceptions or deviations must be noted by the consulting engineering firms. Information requested must be furnished completely in order to permit a complete and fair evaluation of all the consulting engineering firms qualifications. The Town may not consider any Statements of Qualifications in which material or information requested is not furnished or where incomplete or imprecise information is provided. The Town also reserves the right to retain all copies of Statements of Qualifications submitted by consulting engineering firms.

REVISED AND/OR ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS

The Town reserves the right to add, delete or revise any section of this request for Statements of Qualifications. The Town reserves the right to:

1.) Accept those consulting engineering firms it deems most qualified and beneficial;
2.) Reject any or all consulting engineering firms; and
3.) Waive any of the requirements of the selection procedures explained in this document.

STATEMENTS OF QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW PROCESS

The Town will examine and evaluate each Statement of Qualifications. A detailed and objective evaluation will be conducted, the sole intent of which will be to identify consulting engineering firms who would contribute most positively to the Town's system. A maximum of three (3) firms may be selected for personal interview. You will be notified by May 9, 2008, of the results of the initial screening process. If you are selected for interview, you will be expected to present your approach to the project at that interview. The Town will use evaluation criteria it feels are most appropriate to the review process and the relative importance of these criteria will be determined at the sole discretion of the Town. No consulting engineering firm shall have any cause of action against the Town arising out of a failure by the Town to consider a consulting engineering firm's qualifications or the methods by which the Town evaluated the Statements of Qualifications received. The selection of the prospective consulting engineering firms and the decision to solicit proposals from those consulting engineering firms shall be at the sole discretion of the Town.


PERIOD OF AGREEMENT

The Town intends to enter into Consulting Engineering Services Contract with a consulting engineering firm. The contract may be terminated by either the Town or consulting engineering firm upon 60 days notice. The Town may also choose to enter into separate Consulting Engineering Services Contracts for specific projects.

In addition, although it is the Town's intention to use the services of the selected firm or firms for a substantial portion of the project or projects for which it or they may be selected, the right is reserved to use other firms for certain assignments. The Town reserves the right, at its discretion, to solicit for and obtain consulting and professional devices as it sees fit at anytime in the future without regard to any procurement action resulting from this request.

SCHEDULE

Four copies of the Statement of Qualifications shall be submitted by or before April 25, 2008 at 3:00 p.m.

The Town anticipates the execution of a consulting engineering service contract or contracts by May 30, 2008. The selected consulting engineering firm(s) must be prepared to start by July 2008.


INFORMATION

Inquiries on all matters pertaining to this request for Statements of Qualifications or the process the Town is following to identify consulting engineering firms for Road Plan Engineering Services should be directed to: Russ Bailey, Town Administrator at 603 875-0102. Fax603875-0207
Emailadministrator@Alton.nh.gov

Click here to view the April Senior Center Newsletter

There will be a Rabies Clinic for cats and dogs at the Alton Fire Station on Route 140, Saturday, April 26, 2008 from 12:30pm-2:00pm. The cost per shot is $10.00. Dog Licenses are available.

Click here to view the 2007 Town Report online.

Click here to view the 2008 Town Ballot.

There has been a website set up for Cassie Bystrack.If you wish to send a message to Cassie or a donation, the website will give you all of the contact information.

http://www.caringforcassie.com

The Downtown Revitalization Committee (DRC) members have compiled a selection of Alton photos for a 2008 fund raising calendar. This calendar provides a glimpse into Alton’s colorful history. They are available at the Alton Town Hall in the Town Clerks Office, at the Gilman Library and at various businesses in Town.The calendars may be purchased for $10. There are still 2007 calendars available at a discounted rate of $5.00. For further information on calendars and other events concerning the DRC, please call 569-3742 or 875-5456.

Click here to view the 2006 Town Report.

The Alton Downtown Revitalization Committee is pleased to announce the sale of a pewter medallion designed and crafted by Hampshire Pewter of Wolfeboro. The medallion features the Alton B&M Railroad Station, circa 1859. Medallions will go on sale early June and can be purchased, for $15.00, at the Alton Public Library, the Alton Town Clerk's Office and by calling Nancy Merrill at 875-5604. Proceeds from the medallion will benefit the B&M Railroad Park.

WEST NILE VIRUS- HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF:

West Nile Virus (WNV) can be spread by the bite of an infected mosquito, which contracts the virus from an infected bird.

People over the age of 50 are at a greater risk of becoming seriously ill when they become infected with WNV.

Most people who get infected with WNV do not have any symptoms; some people develop a mild illness called West Nile Fever, and others develop severe neurological disease.

Symptoms of severe illness inlude headache, neck stiffness, fever, muscle weakness, paralysis, convulsions, confusion, and loss of consciousness. Contact your health care provider if you develop these symptoms.

Use effective mosquito repellants when outdoors and mosquitos are biting.

Repellants containing DEET are proven effective, as are some botanical oils. FOLLOW LABEL DIRECTIONS CAREFULLY.

Products with 10% or less DEET are recommended for children.

Wear long sleeves and pants in light colors to minimize the opportunities for mosquitoes to bite.

Consider the application of DEET or permethrin to your clothing as an additional protective measure.

Limit outside activity between evening and dawn when mosquitoes are most likely to bite.

Use mosquito netting for infants instead of DEET. Netting is also an option for people who prefer not to use DEET or other types of repellants.

MOSQUITO PROOF YOUR HOME:

Mosquitoes will breed in any puddle that lasts more than 4 days.

Check around your home for standing water and drain it.

Empty water-holding containers (including pool covers,flower pots, and bird baths) at least every three days or screen them to prevent female mosquitoes from laying eggs in the water.

Drilling holes in the bottom of containers is another way to prevent water from collecting.

Ensure window and door screens fit properly so that mosquitoes cannot enter your home.

Repair of replace any torn or damaged screens.

Keep rain gutters clean so that rain water cannot collect in them.

Keep weeds, tall grass, and bushes trimmed because they provide an outdoor home for the mosquito most commonly associated with West Nile Virus.

Remind and help neighbors to eliminate breeding sites on their property.

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Click here to view Dead Bird Handling Instructions.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

NH Department of Health & Human Services
1-866-273-NILE (6453)
www.dhhs.nh.gov

Check out the progress of the B&M Railroad Park! Click here to view the pictures.
To learn about the project, check out the Downtown Revitalization page.