SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS TO MAPLE AVENUE AND EDGEWOOD TERRACE (C.R. 610)

This solicitation from the Borough of South Bound Brook, New Jersey, invites sealed proposals for "SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS TO MAPLE AVENUE AND EDGEWOOD TERRACE (C.R. 610)." The comprehensive project encompasses the removal and replacement of existing concrete sidewalks and aprons along Edgewood Terrace, alongside the installation of new concrete sidewalks and aprons, and the replacement of curb ramps and Belgian block curbing along Maple Avenue. This critical infrastructure upgrade also includes all related and associated work detailed within the Contract Documents or as directed by the Borough Engineer, aiming to enhance pedestrian safety and infrastructure longevity within the municipality. The scope requires meticulous planning and execution to ensure compliance with municipal standards and federal funding requirements. Prospective contractors must meet stringent qualification criteria to be considered for this public works project. All bidders are mandated to be registered with the New Jersey Department of Labor under "The Public Works Contractor Registration Act" (N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.48), necessitating the attachment of a valid certificate of registration to all bid submissions. Furthermore, bidders are required to provide "Proof of Business Registration" in the form of a Business Registration Certificate issued by the Department of the Treasury, Division of Revenue, in compliance with N.J.S.A. 52:33-44. The successful contractor will be obligated to adhere to the provisions of the New Jersey Prevailing Wage Act, Chapter 150 of the laws of 1963, and comply with worker health and safety regulations including P.L. 1975, c.127 (N.J.A.C. 17:27), N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq., the State of New Jersey Worker Health and Safety Act, and OSHA. Online public work contractor registration and payroll certification via https://njwages.nj.gov/ is also a new requirement, alongside traditional hard copy submissions. Sealed proposals for these sidewalk improvements are due by Thursday, May 7, 2026, at 11:00 am, prevailing local time, at Borough Hall, 2 Main Street, Suite 101, South Bound Brook, New Jersey 08880. Bidders are strongly recommended to present bids in person or via an authorized representative. Each bid must be accompanied by a bid security in the form of a certified check, cashier’s check, or bid bond, amounting to not less than ten percent (10%) of the bid price, but not exceeding $20,000. Additionally, a Certificate (Consent of Surety) with Power of Attorney is required, confirming the surety's ability to furnish Performance and Payment Bonds for the full contract amount. Contract documents can be examined at the Office of the Borough Engineer or Borough Clerk, and electronic copies are available upon request via email to Bids@CenterStateEngineering.com UNLOCK until 48 hours prior to the deadline. Bids cannot be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days after the opening.