14-TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION C220 FINAL.pdf

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Bergen County Utilities Authority

PROJECT INFORMATION

• Solicitation Number: BCUA-25-C220

• Project Title: Cleaver-Brooks Boiler Upgrades

• Bid Opening Date: October 16, 2025 at 10:00 AM (Prevailing Time)

• Pre-Bid Conference: September 30, 2025 at 10:00 AM (STRONGLY

RECOMMENDED)

• Location: Bergen County Utilities Authority, Foot of Mehrhof Road, Little Ferry, NJ

07643

• Submission Method: Electronic submission via www.BergenBids.com

SCOPE OF WORK

The Contractor shall supply labor and material to replace the control and entrance panels on both existing Cleaver-Brooks boilers at the Bergen County Utilities Authority facility. The scope includes all work necessary for complete and operational installation.

EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS

Existing Equipment to be Upgraded:

• Quantity: Two (2) Cleaver-Brooks Boilers

• Model: CB-200X-500

• Serial Numbers:

o Boiler No. 1: L-63990 o Boiler No. 2: L-63989

• Horsepower: 500 HP each

• Max Pressure: 250 PSI

• Design Pressure: 150 PSI (operating)

• Fuel Type: Fuel Oil or Methane Gas (dual fuel capability)

• Input Capacity: 20,922,000 BTU/hr

• Steam Capacity: Approximately 17,250 lbs/hr

• Blower Motor: 5 HP

• Air Compressor Motor: 5 KW

• Oil Pump Motor: 1 HP

• Year Manufactured: December 1978 (12/78) http://www.bergenbids.com/

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Electrical Requirements:

• Main Power Supply: 460V / 3Ø / 60Hz

• Minimum Circuit Ampacity: 34 Amps

• Max Circuit Protection: 50 Amps

• Control Circuit: 1Ø / 60Hz / 7 Amps

• Oil Heat Circuit: 7 Amps

REQUIRED UPGRADES AND MATERIALS

The Contractor shall provide and install the following items for EACH boiler (2 units total):

1. Control Cabinet o NEMA 1 rated enclosure o Properly sized for all control components o Wall-mounted configuration

2. Burner Management System o RM-7800L programmer with integrated UV scanner o Compatible with existing Cleaver-Brooks systems o Include all necessary programming and commissioning

3. Air Compressor Controls o New contractor rated for motor load o Properly rated fuses for circuit protection

4. Blower Motor Controls o Motor starter sized for 5 HP motor o Appropriate fuses for overcurrent protection

5. Fuel Selection System o Manual fuel selector switch o Capable of selecting between fuel oil and methane gas o Integrated with burner management system

6. Temperature Controls o Limiting potentiometer o Compatible with existing control scheme

7. Wiring and Documentation o Complete rewiring per updated manufacturer's wiring diagrams o Provide updated as-built wiring prints o All wiring to meet current NEC standards

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. All equipment shall be new and of current manufacture

2. Components must be compatible with existing Cleaver-Brooks CB-200X-500 boilers

3. Installation shall maintain boiler's dual-fuel capability

4. System shall meet or exceed original equipment specifications

5. All work shall comply with applicable codes and standards

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CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS

1. Must have experience with industrial boiler control upgrades

2. Technicians must be factory-trained on Cleaver-Brooks equipment

3. Provide references for similar projects completed within last 5 years

4. Must possess all required licenses for work in New Jersey

5. Must be registered pursuant to the provisions of "The Public Works Contractor

Registration Act," P.L.1999, c.238 (N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.48 et seq.)

6. Must be classified by the New Jersey Division of Property Management and Construction to perform public works projects

DELIVERABLES

1. Complete installation of control panels on both boilers

2. Functional testing and commissioning of all systems

3. Updated manufacturer's wiring diagrams (as-built)

4. Operation and maintenance manuals

5. Training for facility personnel (minimum 4 hours)

6. One-year warranty on parts and labor

PROJECT REQUIREMENTS

1. Work Schedule: Coordinate with facility to minimize operational disruption

2. Safety: Comply with all OSHA and facility safety requirements

3. Insurance: Maintain appropriate liability and workers' compensation coverage

4. Performance Bond: 100% performance and payment bond required

5. Prevailing Wage: This is a public works project subject to prevailing wage rates as determined by the Commissioner of Labor and Workforce Development pursuant to the "New Jersey Prevailing Wage Act," P.L.1963, c.150 (N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.25 et seq.)

PREVAILING WAGE REQUIREMENTS

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS: This project is subject to the New Jersey Prevailing Wage Act. All contractors and subcontractors performing work on this project must pay prevailing wages as determined by the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development.

Prevailing wage rates are available at www.nj.gov/labor/wageandhour/prevailing-wage-rate/.

CERTIFIED PAYROLL REQUIREMENTS: Contractors and all subcontractors must provide certified payroll records for each employee performing work on this project using DOLWD Form MW-562. Certified payroll records must be submitted within ten (10) days of each pay period to the contracting unit.

APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM COMPLIANCE: All contractors directly employing craftworkers must complete apprenticeship certification pursuant to N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.52, as amended by P.L. 2023, c.138, documenting participation in registered apprenticeship programs for each craft employed.

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LOW BIDDER CERTIFICATION: If the lowest responsible bid is 10 percent or lower than the next lowest responsive bid, the bidder must provide additional certification of prevailing wage compliance prior to contract award pursuant to N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.27.

SPECIAL NOTES

1. Customer responsible for removal of external wiring not being used

2. Contractor must verify all existing conditions prior to bidding

3. All equipment must be delivered to site FOB destination, freight prepaid

4. NJ Sales tax exempt - certificate will be provided upon contract execution

QUESTIONS AND CLARIFICATIONS

All questions regarding this specification must be submitted in writing through the Euna E- Procurement Platform no later than the date specified on the aforementioned platform. Questions submitted after this deadline will not be answered.

CONTRACT AWARD

Contract will be awarded by resolution of the Bergen County Utilities Authority governing body to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder meeting all specification requirements and mandatory contract documents.

Bergen County Utilities Authority reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive technical defects, and award contract in the best interest of the Authority.