CENTRAL CITY GARAGE PARKING DECK REPLACEMENT

The City of East Orange, New Jersey, is inviting re-bids for the Central City Garage Parking Deck Replacement project, located at 333 Glenwood Avenue, Essex County. The comprehensive scope of work involves the meticulous removal and replacement of the existing deteriorated structural parking deck with a new concrete composite steel deck floor system. This new system will be robustly supported on the existing steel frame. Associated tasks encompass selective demolition, advanced structural concrete work, intricate steel framing including shoring and alignment, installation of new composite metal decking, and essential repairs to adjoining masonry walls and the built-up roofing system. The project also includes provisions for necessary sheet metal flashing, trim, manufactured roof specialties, and a complete replacement of the roof drainage system to ensure long-term durability and functionality of the rehabilitated structure. Prospective contractors must demonstrate comprehensive qualifications, including the submission of a detailed qualification questionnaire. This requires a thorough list of owned or leased plant and equipment, a statement outlining corporate officers or partners, and a documented history of similar contract work completed within the past decade. Mandatory certifications include a New Jersey Business Registration Certificate for both the prime contractor and all named subcontractors (due prior to award), and a Public Works Contractor Registration Certificate. Bidders must also provide a Non-Collusion Affidavit, an Affirmative Action Affidavit, a Statement of Ownership, and a Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran. An absolute requirement is the Consent of Surety, assuring the issuance of necessary performance and payment bonds upon award. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for Tuesday, June 9, 2020, at 12:00 am, with the final deadline for bidder questions set for Wednesday, June 10, 2020, at 3:00 pm. Sealed proposals must be submitted in quadruplicate on the official Proposal Forms provided, enclosed in a sealed envelope clearly marked "CENTRAL CITY GARAGE PARKING DECK REPLACEMENT" along with the bidder's name. Bids can be delivered or mailed to the Division of Procurement, 44 City Hall Plaza, 1st Floor, East Orange, New Jersey 07018. The public bid opening is scheduled for Tuesday, June 16, 2020, at 11:00 A.M. local prevailing time. A Proposal Guarantee, in the form of a Certified Check, Cashier’s Check, or Bid Bond, is strictly required, valued at 10% of the total bid but not exceeding $20,000.00, payable to the City of East Orange, NJ. The successful bidder will be required to furnish a Performance Bond of at least 100% of the accepted bid price, a Labor and Material Payment Bond (if applicable) for the same amount, and a two-year maintenance bond for 15% of the contract amount. The primary point of contact for bid submission inquiries is Lisa L. Jackson, Q.P.A., Purchasing Agent.