Citywide Sidewalk Construction - Phase I

The City of East Orange, New Jersey, is soliciting sealed proposals for "CITYWIDE SIDEWALK CONSTRUCTION – PHASE I," a critical public works initiative aimed at enhancing urban infrastructure and pedestrian safety. This comprehensive project encompasses the construction of new sidewalks, installation of concrete curbing, and the development of ADA-compliant ramps to improve accessibility throughout the city. Additionally, the scope includes necessary reinstallations of existing signage and fences, essential repairs to retaining walls, and extensive topsoiling, fertilizing, and seeding work to restore landscaping post-construction. This first phase of the citywide sidewalk program targets specific locations to be detailed in the full bid documents, ensuring a systematic upgrade of pedestrian pathways and public amenities. Prospective contractors must demonstrate robust qualifications and adherence to stringent New Jersey regulations. Mandatory submissions include a valid New Jersey Public Works Contractor Registration Certificate, a Business Registration Certificate, a detailed Statement of Bidder’s Qualifications, Experience and Financial Ability, and a Qualification Affidavit. Bidders are also required to comply with prevailing wage requirements outlined in N.J.S.A. 34-11 – 56.25, Affirmative Action provisions per N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq., and disclosure of ownership under N.J.S.A. 52:25-24.2. While no mandatory pre-bid meetings are indicated, all requests for information (RFIs) must be submitted in writing by Wednesday, October 5th, 2022, at 3:00 p.m. EST, to ensure all inquiries are addressed before the submission deadline. Sealed proposals for this project were to be received by the Purchasing Agent in the Council Chambers at East Orange City Hall, located at 44 City Hall Plaza, East Orange, New Jersey 07018, on Friday, October 14th, 2022, at 11:30 a.m. prevailing local time. Bids must be hand-delivered, as submissions by mail or fax were not accepted. Each proposal was required to be accompanied by a Proposal Guarantee in the form of a Certified Check, Cashier’s Check, or Satisfactory Bid Bond, equaling 10% of the bid amount, but not exceeding $20,000.00. A Consent of Surety for 100% of the contract amount was also a mandatory submission. Proposals were required in quadruplicate on the forms provided by the City. Racquel Ferguson, Q.P.A., is listed as a contact, along with the Division of Procurement, for obtaining bid packets and general inquiries.