Union Avenue Improvements

The Borough of New Providence, Union County, New Jersey, is soliciting sealed proposals for the "Union Avenue Improvements" project, encompassing two distinct Base Bids. Base Bid 'A' covers improvements from Station 1+00 to Station 34+25, while Base Bid 'B' addresses improvements from Station 34+25 to Station 72+23, spanning the entirety of Union Avenue from Springfield Avenue to Mountain Avenue. The comprehensive scope of work includes essential infrastructure upgrades such as milling and paving operations, HMA pavement repair, installation of compliant curb pieces, sidewalk repair, curb repair, and driveway apron repair. Furthermore, the project mandates the installation of ADA compliant curb ramps, along with detailed traffic striping and markings to enhance safety and accessibility. A critical component of this project involves paving within the New Jersey Transit Right-Of-Way, necessitating close coordination with New Jersey Transit throughout the execution phase. All specified work must be completed within ninety (90) calendar days from the issuance of a Notice to Proceed. Prospective contractors must demonstrate proper qualification in accordance with all requirements detailed in the Contract Documents, ensuring all proposals meet the specified technical and administrative criteria. The successful bidder will be subject to rigorous compliance standards, including the affirmative action provisions outlined in P.L. 1975, c. 127, N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27-1 et seq., as well as the public disclosure requirements of N.J.S.A. 52:25-24.2. A mandatory performance bond and a labor and material (payment) bond, both for the full contract amount, will be required from the awarded contractor to secure project completion and payment obligations. There are no mandatory pre-bid meetings or site visits explicitly mentioned, but contractors are advised to thoroughly review all plans and specifications prior to bid submission. The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive informalities, or abandon the project under certain conditions, as permissible by N.J.S.A. 40A:11-23.2. Sealed proposals for the Union Avenue Improvements project must be submitted to the Borough of New Providence, Municipal Building, 2nd Floor, Clerk’s Office, located at 360 Elkwood Avenue, New Providence, NJ 07974. The absolute deadline for submission and public opening is Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at 11:00 AM prevailing time. Bidders must utilize the standard proposal forms provided within the Contract Documents, enclosing their submission in a sealed envelope clearly marked with the bidder's name, address, and project title. Each proposal must be accompanied by a statement of consent of surety from a New Jersey-authorized surety company acceptable to the Owner, along with either a bid bond or a certified check payable to the Borough of New Providence, representing not less than ten percent (10%) of the total bid amount, capped at a maximum of $20,000.00. Contract documents, prepared by Marie K. Raffay, P.E., C.M.E., of Colliers Engineering & Design Inc., are available electronically at no cost by emailing mary.tappen@collierseng.com, UNLOCK or as paper copies for a non-refundable fee of $150.00, payable to Colliers Engineering & Design Inc. For questions or document requests, Mary Tappen can be reached via email, and the official procurement contact is James E. Testa, CFO, QPA, representing the Borough of New Providence.