Construction Contract Award: Media Blasting Services for Orange Avenue Pool

The Township of Cranford, New Jersey, has officially awarded a construction contract for crucial media blasting services dedicated to the Orange Avenue Pool. This project encompasses the comprehensive provision of specialized media blasting, a highly effective cleaning and surface preparation technique essential for maintaining the structural integrity and aesthetic appeal of the municipal pool facility. The scope involves detailed preparation and precise execution of blasting services to achieve specific surface conditions, thereby ensuring the longevity, safety, and operational readiness of the Orange Avenue Pool for community use. This significant contract underscores Cranford's ongoing commitment to investing in and preserving its vital recreational infrastructure. While this document serves as an award notice, the original procurement solicitation for these media blasting services would have mandated that prospective contractors meet stringent qualifications. These requirements typically include extensive demonstrable experience in specialized surface preparation, proven expertise in advanced media blasting techniques for large-scale municipal or recreational facilities, and strict adherence to all pertinent state and local licensing regulations. Furthermore, successful bidders would have been required to provide robust evidence of comprehensive insurance coverage, strict safety protocols, and environmentally sound practices to ensure compliance during the blasting process at the Orange Avenue Pool. The construction contract has been formally awarded to Rustic Restorations LLC, located at 385 Route 31 N., Ringoes, New Jersey, 08851, for a total fee of $18,925.00. This award was authorized by Resolution No. 2026-140 on March 10, 2026, marking the official conclusion of the competitive procurement process. Further information regarding the awarded contract and the authorizing resolution is publicly available for inspection at the Office of the Township Clerk, Patricia Donahue, RMC, in Cranford, New Jersey. Interested parties can access these documents during regular business hours starting from the award date.