Notice to Bidders: Storm Drainpipe Replacement from Countrywood Drive to Apple Tree Lane

The Township of Hanover, located in Morris County, New Jersey, is soliciting sealed bids for the "Storm Drainpipe Replacement from Countrywood Drive to Apple Tree Lane." This public works project primarily involves the installation of 660 linear feet of 24-inch Reinforced Concrete Pipe, Class III. The comprehensive scope of work includes all necessary excavation, installation, backfilling, and restoration activities required to replace the existing storm drainpipe infrastructure between the specified locations. This critical infrastructure upgrade aims to improve the efficiency and reliability of the municipal storm drainage system within the Township, addressing potential flooding concerns and maintaining public safety. Prospective contractors are required to demonstrate strict compliance with several New Jersey State Statutes and regulations. These include the Local Public Contracts Law (N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.), adherence to Prevailing Wage Rates (Chapter 150, L. 1963; N.J.S.A. 34:11-56 et seq.), mandatory Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Language (N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27), and registration under "The Public Works Contractor Registration Act" (P.L. 1999, c. 238). Additionally, bidders must possess a valid "State of New Jersey Business Registration Certificate" (P.L. 2004 c. 57) issued by the Department of Treasury, Division of Revenue, and comply with the New Jersey Election Law Enforcement Commission "Pay-to-Play" Disclosure Legislation (N.J.A.C. 19:25-26). No mandatory pre-bid meetings or site visits are specified in the notice. Sealed bids must be submitted on standard proposal forms, enclosed in sealed envelopes clearly bearing the bidder's name, address, project name, and bid date on the exterior. Bids are to be addressed to the Township Clerk, Township of Hanover, 1000 Route 10, P.O. Box 250, Whippany, New Jersey 07981-0250. The firm submission deadline is October 20, 2026, at 11:00 A.M., prevailing time, with bids being accepted via mail or other delivery services (e.g., FedEx, UPS) but not after the stated hour. Each bid must be accompanied by a Certificate of Surety guaranteeing a performance bond for the full amount of the bid, 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. Bid documents can be inspected at the Township Engineer's office, 1000 Route 10, during business hours, and copies can be purchased for a non-refundable fee of $50.00, payable by cash, check, or money order to the "Township of Hanover." The Township reserves the right to hold bids for a period of sixty (60) days prior to making an award.