Parking Consulting Services to Perform Parking Study

The City of East Orange, New Jersey, has issued Addendum #1 for Parking Consulting Services to perform a comprehensive parking study within the municipality. This solicitation, initially advertised on February 22, 2019, seeks qualified consultants to conduct an in-depth analysis of existing parking conditions, usage patterns, demand forecasts, and potential solutions to optimize parking management and infrastructure. This addendum specifically revises key dates for the solicitation process due to an error in the original publication, ensuring all interested parties have accurate and updated information regarding submission deadlines and pre-proposal activities for this critical urban planning initiative. Prospective contractors are strongly encouraged to attend a highly recommended Pre-Proposal Conference, originally scheduled for March 5, 2019, and now officially rescheduled to Tuesday, March 12, 2019, at 11:00 a.m. This mandatory or highly recommended conference will provide a crucial opportunity for interested firms to clarify requirements, ask questions, and gain a thorough understanding of the detailed scope of work for the parking study. While specific contractor qualifications are not explicitly detailed within this addendum, the nature of the professional service implies a strong requirement for firms with demonstrated expertise, significant experience in municipal parking analysis, urban planning, and traffic engineering, along with all necessary professional licenses and certifications. Bids for these Parking Consulting Services must be submitted by the revised deadline, with the new Bid Opening date scheduled for Tuesday, March 26, 2019, at 11:00 a.m. Firms requiring further information or clarification regarding this solicitation should direct their inquiries to Lisa L. Jackson, Purchasing Agent, Q.P.A., who can be reached directly by telephone at (973) 266-5163 or via fax at (862) 444-0101. The procurement process is being managed by the Department of Administration, located at 44 City Hall Plaza, East Orange, New Jersey 07019, under the leadership of Mayor Ted R. Green.