Notice to Bidders: Resurfacing of Algonquin Parkway from Route 10 to Melanie Lane

The Township of Hanover, located in Morris County, New Jersey, is soliciting sealed bids for the "RESURFACING OF ALGONQUIN PARKWAY FROM ROUTE 10 TO MELANIE LANE." This significant public works project involves comprehensive road improvements along Algonquin Parkway. The principal items of construction include approximately 10,500 square yards of Hot Mix Asphalt Milling, 2 inches deep, and the application of approximately 1,300 tons of Hot Mix Asphalt 9.5M64, Surface Course, 2 inches thick. This initiative aims to enhance the infrastructure and safety of Algonquin Parkway for residents and commuters within the Township. Bid documents, approved by the Township Committee, are available for inspection and purchase at the Township Engineer's office. Prospective contractors must demonstrate compliance with several New Jersey State Statutes and regulations. Key requirements include adherence to the Local Public Contracts Law (N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et. seq.), Prevailing Wage Rates (N.J.S.A. 34:11-56 et. seq.), and Mandatory Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Language (N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et. seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27). Furthermore, bidders are required to comply with "The Public Works Contractor Registration Act" (P.L. 1999, c. 238) and possess a "State of New Jersey Business Registration Certificate" (P.L. 2004 c. 57). Compliance with the New Jersey Election Law Enforcement Commission "Pay-to-Play" Disclosure Legislation (N.J.A.C. 19:25-26) is also mandatory. No pre-bid meetings or site visits are explicitly mentioned. Sealed bids must be submitted on standard proposal forms, placed in sealed envelopes clearly marked with the bidder's name, address, project name, and bid date. Submissions are to be addressed to the Township Clerk, Township of Hanover, 1000 Route 10, P.O. Box 250, Whippany, New Jersey 07981-0250. The deadline for bid submission is TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2026, at 11:00 A.M., prevailing time, at the Township of Hanover's Municipal Campus, Main Public Meeting Room. Bids must be accompanied by a Certificate of Surety guaranteeing a Surety Bond for the full bid amount, a Non-Collusion Affidavit, and a Certified Check or Bid Bond for not less than ten percent (10%) of the bid amount (not exceeding $20,000.00 and not less than $500.00). The successful contractor will be required to furnish proper performance and payment surety bonds. Bid documents can be obtained for a non-refundable fee of $100.00, payable by cash, check, or money order to the "Township of Hanover" at the Township Engineer's office.