Raritan Home Improvement Program - 308 Sherman

The Borough of Raritan, New Jersey, under its Raritan Home Improvement Program (RHIP), is actively inviting sealed bids from qualified contractors for the comprehensive rehabilitation of residential properties. This specific solicitation targets the property located at 308 Sherman Avenue, Raritan, NJ 08869. The project encompasses a full scope of home improvement and renovation services aimed at enhancing the dwelling's structural integrity, safety, and overall living conditions, contributing to the borough's ongoing community development initiatives. Contractors are sought to undertake various aspects of residential repair, upgrade, and modernization, ensuring compliance with all local codes and standards for this critical community housing project. Bidders must adhere to specific regulatory requirements, including P.L. 1975, C.127 concerning Affirmative Action Regulations, and P.L. 1977, C.33 related to Disclosure of Corporate and/or Partnership Ownership. Contractors are mandated to possess and present a valid State of NJ Business Registration Certificate and a Federal ID number at the time of bid submission. An Insurance Certificate is also required to demonstrate financial responsibility and coverage. There are no mandatory pre-bid meetings or site visits explicitly mentioned in the solicitation documents, placing the onus on bidders to conduct their own site assessments. Sealed bids must be submitted on the official Bid Proposal form, which can be obtained by contacting Affordable Housing Administrators at 732-892-4292. UNLOCK Bids for each project must be submitted in separate sealed envelopes, clearly indicating both the homeowner's name and the bidding contractor's name on the exterior. All bids must be received at the Raritan Municipal Building, located at 22 First Street, Raritan, NJ 08869, in Council Chambers, no later than 1:00 PM on November 13, 2014. Facsimile copies or emailed bids will be strictly rejected. The public bid opening is scheduled for 1:00 PM on November 13, 2014, at the same municipal building location.