EMERGENCY SNOW PLOWING SERVICES

The City of East Orange, New Jersey, is inviting qualified contractors to submit proposals for Emergency Snow Plowing Services. This re-bid aims to secure comprehensive snow removal operations across the city. The scope of work encompasses the provision of all necessary labor, equipment, and materials to perform emergency snow plowing and related services, ensuring public safety and accessibility during winter weather events. Contractors will be responsible for clearing designated roadways, municipal properties, and other areas as required, responding promptly to weather advisories and fulfilling operational mandates set forth by the City of East Orange. This critical municipal service ensures the continuous flow of traffic and access for emergency services throughout the winter season. Prospective contractors must comply with stringent New Jersey regulations, including the Local Public Contracts Law (N.J.S.A. 40A:l l-l), the Pay to Play Law (N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.5, et seq.), and laws regulating wages on Public Works (N.J.S.A. 34-11 – 56.25). Mandatory submission documents include a Non-Collusion Affidavit, Affirmative Action Evidence, Statement of Ownership, a valid Business Registration Certificate, Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran, a Public Works Contractor Registration Certificate, Statement of Bidders Qualifications, and comprehensive Insurance Requirements. Compliance with the Equal Employment Opportunity Act and N.J.S.A. 52:25-24.2 regarding the disclosure of stockholders or partners owning more than 10% interest is also essential. No mandatory pre-bid meetings or site visits are explicitly mentioned; all questions and requests for information must be submitted through the City's E-Procurement portal. All proposals must be submitted electronically through the City’s OpenGov Procurement portal (https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/eastorange-nj/projects/215618) and must be in a submitted status by the deadline. The bid submission deadline is precisely December 4, 2025, at 11:00 am. Each proposal must be accompanied by a Proposal Guarantee, which can be a Certified Check, Cashier’s Check, or a Satisfactory Bid Bond, amounting to 10% of the total bid. This guarantee must be made payable to the City of East Orange, NJ. The City Council reserves the right to reject any or all bids for any defects, non-adherence to specifications, or for any reason deemed in the best interest of the City, or to waive informalities.