PARKING CONSULTING SERVICES TO PERFORM PARKING STUDY

The City of East Orange, New Jersey, is soliciting proposals for comprehensive Parking Consulting Services to perform a detailed parking study within the municipality. This addendum, issued on February 28, 2019, clarifies key dates for a previously advertised bid. The core objective of this procurement is to engage expert consultants capable of conducting a thorough analysis of the city's parking infrastructure, utilization, and potential improvements. This involves assessing current parking availability, demand patterns, enforcement strategies, and revenue generation opportunities, ultimately providing strategic recommendations to optimize parking efficiency and accessibility for residents and visitors alike. The scope of work encompasses data collection, stakeholder engagement, analytical modeling, and the delivery of a final report with actionable strategies. This is a critical initiative for the City of East Orange to enhance urban planning and resident services. Prospective contractors interested in providing these parking consulting services were strongly encouraged to attend a Pre-Proposal Conference. The initial conference was scheduled for Tuesday, March 5, 2019, but due to a publication error, it has been rescheduled to Tuesday, March 12, 2019, at 11:00 a.m. While specific contractor qualifications, licenses, or explicit experience requirements are not detailed within this addendum, it is implied that firms specializing in municipal parking studies, urban planning, and transportation consulting with relevant project experience will be considered. Attendance at the pre-proposal conference, though highly recommended, is crucial for understanding the city's specific needs and addressing any project-related inquiries directly with municipal representatives. All proposals for the Parking Consulting Services must adhere to the updated submission schedule. The original bid opening date of Friday, March 15, 2019, at 11:00 a.m. has been officially changed. The new and definitive Bid Opening date is now scheduled for Tuesday, March 26, 2019, at 11:00 a.m. Bidders are responsible for ensuring their submissions are complete and received by this revised deadline. No information regarding bid security, performance bonds, or specific submission locations is provided in this addendum. For any further questions or concerns pertaining to this solicitation, interested parties are directed to contact Lisa L. Jackson, the Purchasing Agent, Q.P.A., at telephone number (973) 266-5163. The Department of Administration for the City of East Orange, New Jersey, is managing this procurement process.