2026 Tree Irrigation Services Throughout the Village of Ridgewood Re-Bid

The Village of Ridgewood, New Jersey, is soliciting sealed bid proposals for its "2026 Tree Irrigation Services Throughout the Village of Ridgewood Re-Bid" project. This contract requires providing comprehensive tree watering services for approximately 8 trees located within the Central Business District (CBD) twice weekly, and for about 320 trees situated in residential areas once per week. These vital irrigation services are mandated to be performed from July 1, 2026, to December 1, 2026, with the exact schedule for residential areas to be directed by the Village, ensuring the health and vitality of the municipality's urban canopy. The extensive scope of work aims to maintain public trees across various zones within the Village, contributing significantly to its environmental aesthetics and infrastructure. This re-bid underscores the Village's commitment to consistent and high-quality tree care. Prospective contractors must demonstrate full compliance with several key New Jersey regulations and certifications. This includes adherence to the Prevailing Wage Act, as determined by the New Jersey Department of Labor, and all applicable provisions of the Public Works Contractor Registration Act (P.L. 1999 Chapter 238) and the Contractor Business Registration Program (P.L. 2004 Chapter 57). Bidders are required to submit evidence of satisfactory registrations at the time of bid submission, specifically a copy of their New Jersey Business Registration Certificate and a Certificate of Employee Information Report. Furthermore, proposals submitted by bidders or their insurance/surety companies not chartered in New Jersey must include proper certification from the Secretary of State authorizing them to conduct business in the state, ensuring legitimate and qualified participation in this municipal contract. Sealed bid proposals are to be received by the Village of Ridgewood in the Village Hall Level Three Conference Room, located at 131 North Maple Avenue, Ridgewood, New Jersey 07450, no later than Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. local prevailing time, at which point they will be publicly opened and read aloud. Each bid must be enclosed in a sealed envelope, clearly endorsed with "2026 Tree Irrigation Services Throughout the Village of Ridgewood Re-Bid," and must be accompanied by a $5,000 bid security in the form of a certified check, cashier's check, or Bid Bond (Schedule B), along with a Consent of Surety (Schedule A), Corporation or Partnership Statement (Schedule C), Non-Collusion Affidavit (Schedule D), Statement of Responsibility (Schedule E), Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran (Schedule I), and a Federal Non-Debarment Certification (Schedule J). The successful bidder will also be required to furnish a performance and payment bond of $25,000.00. Specifications and bid forms can be obtained for a non-refundable fee of $25.00 from the Office of the Division of Engineering at (201) 670-5500, extension 2238, or via email request for an electronic copy at no charge. Mailed bids should be addressed to the Office of the Village Clerk.