BASIC LIFE SUPPORT (BLS) EMERGENCY AMBULANCE SERVICES

The City of East Orange is seeking bids for Basic Life Support (BLS) Emergency Ambulance Services. This addendum, labeled Addendum #1, was issued to announce significant date changes for the previously advertised solicitation. The initial advertisement for these vital emergency medical services was published in the Newark Star Ledger on Wednesday, April 17, 2019, with an original submission deadline of Tuesday, May 7, 2019, at 11:00 a.m. This contract aims to secure a qualified provider for essential ambulance services, ensuring prompt and efficient basic life support for the residents of East Orange. The scope of work involves providing comprehensive emergency ambulance response and transport services within the municipality. The original solicitation document would contain detailed requirements regarding contractor qualifications, specific licenses, and extensive experience in providing emergency medical services. While this addendum does not reiterate these prerequisites, prospective proposers are typically required to hold all necessary state and local licenses for ambulance operations, including potentially New Jersey Public Works Contractor Registration depending on the nature of the service. Furthermore, contractors would likely need to demonstrate a robust track record of reliability, rapid response capabilities, and adherence to all applicable healthcare regulations. This addendum specifically reschedules the Pre-proposal Conference to Tuesday, May 7, 2019, at 11:00 a.m., and the Bid Opening date to Tuesday, May 14, 2019, at 11:00 a.m. All interested proposers should note the revised submission instructions and deadlines. The new Bid Opening date, which effectively sets the final submission timeframe, is Tuesday, May 14, 2019, at 11:00 a.m. This supersedes the previously advertised submission deadline. Details regarding required bid security, performance bonds, or other contractual stipulations would be outlined in the original bid documents. For any further questions or concerns related to this solicitation, prospective bidders are instructed to contact Lisa L. Jackson, the Purchasing Agent, at (973) 266-5163. The Department of Administration for the City of East Orange, located at 44 City Hall Plaza, East Orange, New Jersey 07019, is managing this procurement.