5R-2025 First Responders Memorial re bid.pdf

Bid #5R-2025

FIRST RESPONDERS MEMORIAL RE-BID

Vernon Township Municipal Building

Vernon Township, Sussex County New Jersey

July 22, 2025 at 11:00am

FAIR & OPEN PUBLIC SOLICITATION PROCESS

PURSUANT TO N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.5ET SEQ.

www.bidnetdirect.com//vernontownship

Anthony L. Rossi, Mayor Patrick Rizzuto, President

Natalie Buccieri, Vice President Bradley Sparta

Jessica DeBenedetto William Higgins

Marcy Gianatassio, RMC -Township Clerk

Tina Kraus, Business Administrator http://www.bidnetdirect.com/vernontownship

Administrative Documents

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Notice is hereby given that on July 22, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. (Prevailing time), electronically sealed bids will be opened and conducted in electronic platform in accord with N.J.A.C. 5:34-1 et. Seq., on BidNet

Direct at www.bidnetdirect.com//vernontownship at which time and place the sealed bids will be opened publicly and read for the following:

Bid # 5R-2025 First Responders Memorial Bid

Bids shall be electronically uploaded, no physical bids shall be received, opened or honored.

NOTE:

it is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that the bid package is delivered by the bid opening date and time. Any bid document received after the deadline established by the Department of Purchasing will not be accepted, regardless of the method of delivery.

Contract documents may be obtained from the bid platform, for zoom opening information contact the Qualified Purchasing

Agent at:

Sean P. Canning, QPA scanning@TheCanningGroup.org

The Township of Vernon does not release the project estimate.

Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of N.J.S.A.10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27.

Bid Tabulation:

Bid results will be posted on BidNet Direct at www.bidnetdirect.com//vernontownship within 24 hours of the bid opening.

July 8, 2025 Anthony Rossi, Mayor http://www.bidnetdirect.com/vernontownship mailto:scanning@TheCanningGroup.org

Applicable to Bid if marked “X”

DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED OR REVIEWED

Initials

When Due if not submitted with Bid

Bid Guarantee (Bid Bond or Certified/Cashier’s Check) (with POA for full amount of Bid Bond)

With Bid

Submission

Consent of Surety (Certificate from Surety company)

Performance Bond and Labor and Material Payment Bond (Required from the Awarded Contractor)

At signing of contract

Maintenance Bond in the Amount of 100 % for a period indicated in

“General Conditions” Required from the Awarded Contractor Upon

Acceptance of Project

Upon

Acceptance of

Project

X Acknowledgement of Receipt of Addenda (To be Completed if

Addenda are Issued)

X Ownership Disclosure Form With Bid

Submission

Named Subcontractors in Bid for Listed Specialty Trades

X

Public Works Contractor Registration Certificate(s) for the Bidder and all Sub Contractors

Prior to Award, but effective at time of bid

X Business Registration Certificate – Bidder and all Sub Contractors Prior to Contract

Award

X Non-Collusion Affidavit With Bid

Submission

X Experience and Background Questionnaire With Bid

Submission

X Insurance and Indemnification Certificate Prior to Contract

Award

Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran Form Prior to Contract

Award

Certification of non-involvement in Prohibited Activities in Russia or

Belarus

X Prevailing wage greater than 10% certification Prior to Contract

Award

X Federal debarment Form Prior to Contract

X

EEO/AA Form AA-201

After Notice of

Award, Prior to

Signing Contract

EEO/AA Form AA-302 or Letter of Federal Approval or Certificate of Employee Information Report

After Notice of

Award, Prior to

Signing Contract

X Bidder’s Checklist

This checklist is provided for bidder’s use in assuring compliance with required documentation; however, it does not include all specifications requirements and does not relieve the bidder of the need to read and comply with the specifications.

Bidder Name: Date:

Authorized

Representative:

Signature:

Print Name &

Title:

VERNON TOWNSHIP

SCHEDULE OF PRICES

BID # 5R-2025 FIRST RESPONDERS MEMORIAL RE-BID

PROPOSAL FORM

The undersigned proposes to furnish and deliver the above goods/services pursuant to the bid specification and made a part hereof:

Price in Words Price in numbers

LUMP SUM

Company Name Federal ID # or Social

Security #

Address

Signature of Authorized Agent Type or Print Name

Telephone Number Date

Fax Number E-mail address

BID # 5R-2025 FIRST RESPONDERS MEMORIAL

1. PROJECT OVERVIEW The Township of Vernon, located at 21 Church Street, Vernon, NJ 07462, invites qualified contractors to submit bids for the installation of landscaping improvements and a water feature to serve as the First Responders Memorial at the Municipal Building. The project aims to honor Vernon’s Fire, EMS, and Police divisions through a visually appealing and functional water feature.

2. SCOPE OF WORK The contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, and services necessary to design, supply, and install a water feature consisting of three (3) Aquascape waterwalls, including all associated components, landscaping, and decorative elements as specified below.

3. WATER FEATURE SPECIFICATIONS

• Waterwalls

• Quantity: Three (3) Aquascape waterwalls.

• Height: Each waterwall shall be 6 feet tall.

• Design: Water shall cascade down the front side of each waterwall.

• Construction: Waterwalls shall be constructed from durable, weather-resistant materials suitable for outdoor use in all seasons.

3.2 Pump System

• Type: SLD 4000-7000 Adjustable Flow Pump.

• Function: The pump shall power the water feature, ensuring consistent water flow for all three waterwalls.

• Installation: The pump shall be installed to ensure reliable operation and easy access for maintenance.

3.3 Reservoir/Basin

• Design: Each waterwall shall sit on a basin/reservoir that re-circulates water within a contained system.

• Coverage: The reservoir shall be fully covered with decorative gravel to conceal it from view, blending seamlessly with the surrounding landscape.

• Materials: The basin shall be constructed from durable, leak-proof materials suitable for long-term outdoor use.

3.4 Metal Plaques

• Quantity: Three (3) metal plaques, one for each waterwall.

• Dimensions: Each plaque shall measure approximately 4 feet wide by 2 feet tall.

• Content: Each plaque shall display the name and/or logo of one of the Township’s divisions (Fire, EMS, Police).

• Material: Plaques shall be made of weather-resistant metal (e.g., stainless steel or aluminum) with engraved or raised text/logo, finished to withstand outdoor conditions.

• Mounting: Plaques shall be securely affixed to the front side of each waterwall, positioned for high visibility.

3.5 Metal Words

• Content: The words “Past,” “Present,” and “Future” shall be displayed at the bottom of each waterwall (one word per waterwall).

• Material: Words shall be crafted from weather-resistant metal, matching or complementing the material of the plaques.

• Size: Letters shall be proportionate to the waterwall, ensuring readability and aesthetic harmony.

• Mounting: Words shall be securely affixed to the base of each waterwall, integrated into the design.

3.6 Lighting

• Type: Color-changing LED lighting package.

• Quantity: Three (3) color-changing LED lights, one per waterwall.

• Functionality: Lights shall be capable of illuminating the water feature in red (representing Fire), white

(representing EMS), and blue (representing Police), with the ability to change colors for holidays or special events.

• Control: The lighting system shall include a programmable controller for color selection and scheduling.

• Installation: Lights shall be strategically placed to highlight the water flow and plaques, ensuring durability and weather resistance.

• Electrical: No additional electricity or conduit installation is required, as an existing electrical receptacle is available within 15 feet of the proposed site.

4. LANDSCAPING REQUIREMENTS

• The contractor shall integrate the water feature into the existing landscape at the Municipal Building, ensuring minimal disruption to surrounding areas.

• Decorative gravel shall be used to cover the reservoir and blend with the surrounding environment. Gravel type and color shall be approved by the Township prior to installation.

• The contractor shall ensure proper drainage and erosion control around the water feature to prevent water pooling or damage to the surrounding area.

5. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

• The contractor shall obtain all necessary permits and approvals prior to commencing work.

• Installation shall comply with all local, state, and federal codes and regulations, including those related to plumbing, electrical work, and outdoor structures.

• The contractor shall ensure the water feature is fully operational, with all components tested and functional upon completion.

• The site shall be left clean and free of debris upon project completion.

6. MAINTENANCE AND WARRANTY

• The contractor shall provide a detailed maintenance guide for the water feature, including pump maintenance, water treatment, and lighting system care.

• All components (waterwalls, pump, lighting, plaques, etc.) shall be warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for a minimum of one (1) year from the date of completion.

• The contractor shall provide contact information for ongoing support and maintenance services.

ALL QUESTIONS AND SUBMITTALS

SHALL BE CONDUCTED THROUGH

BIDNET DIRECT AT

www.bidnetdirect.com//vernontownship

SITE VISITS CAN BE ARRANGED BY

CONTACTING:

Name:

Email:

EXHIBIT B

MANDATORY EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

LANGUAGE

N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. (P.L.1975, c.127)

N.J.A.C. 17:27-1.1 et seq.

CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS

During the performance of this contract, the contractor agrees as follows:

The contractor or subcontractor, where applicable, will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality or sex. Except with respect to affectional or sexual orientation and gender identity or expression, the contractor will ensure that equal employment opportunity is afforded to such applicant’s in recruitment and employment, and that employees are treated during employment, without regard to their age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality or sex. Such equal employment opportunity shall include, but not be limited to the following: employment, upgrading, demotion, or transfer; recruitment or recruitment advertising; layoff or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship. The contractor agrees to post in conspicuous places, available to employees and applicants for employment, notices to be provided by the Public Agency Compliance Officer setting forth provisions of this nondiscrimination clause.

The contractor or subcontractor, where applicable will, in all solicitations or advertisements for employees placed by or on behalf of the contractor, state that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality or sex.

The contractor or subcontractor will send to each labor union, with which it has a collective bargaining agreement, a notice, to be provided by the agency contracting officer, advising the labor union or workers' representative of the contractor's commitments under this act and shall post copies of the notice in conspicuous places available to employees and applicants for employment.

The contractor or subcontractor, where applicable, agrees to comply with any regulations promulgated by the Treasurer, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq., as amended and supplemented from time to time and the Americans with Disabilities Act.

When hiring or scheduling workers in each construction trade, the contractor or subcontractor agrees to make good faith efforts to employ minority and women workers in each construction trade consistent with the targeted employment goal prescribed by N.J.A.C. l7:27-7.2; provided, however, that the Dept. of LWD, Construction EEO Monitoring Program, may, in its discretion, exempt a contractor or subcontractor from compliance with the good faith procedures prescribed by the following provisions, A, B, and C, as long as the Dept. of LWD, Construction

EEO Monitoring Program is satisfied that the contractor or subcontractor is employing workers provided by a union which provides evidence, in accordance with standards prescribed by the

Dept. of LWD, Construction EEO Monitoring Program, that its percentage of active “card carrying” members who are minority and women workers is equal to or greater than the targeted employment goal established in accordance with N.J.A.C. 17:27-7.2. The contractor or subcontractor agrees that a good faith effort shall include compliance with the following procedures:

(A) If the contractor or subcontractor has a referral agreement or arrangement with a union for a construction trade, the contractor or subcontractor shall, within three business days of the contract award, seek assurances from the union that it will cooperate with the contractor or subcontractor as it fulfills its affirmative action obligations under this contract and in accordance with the rules promulgated by the Treasurer pursuant to N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et. seq., as supplemented and amended from time to time and the Americans with Disabilities Act. If the contractor or subcontractor is unable to obtain said assurances from the construction trade union at least five business days prior to the commencement of construction work, the contractor or subcontractor agrees to afford equal employment opportunities minority and women workers directly, consistent with this chapter. If the contractor's or subcontractor's prior experience with a construction trade union, regardless of whether the union has provided said assurances, indicates a significant possibility that the trade union will not refer sufficient minority and women workers consistent with affording equal employment opportunities as specified in this chapter, the contractor or subcontractor agrees to be prepared to provide such opportunities to minority and women workers directly, consistent with this chapter, by complying with the hiring or scheduling procedures prescribed under (B) below; and the contractor or subcontractor further agrees to take said action immediately if it determines that the union is not referring minority and women workers consistent with the equal employment opportunity goals set forth in this chapter.

(B) If good faith efforts to meet targeted employment goals have not or cannot be met for each construction trade by adhering to the procedures of (A) above, or if the contractor does not have a referral agreement or arrangement with a union for a construction trade, the contractor or subcontractor agrees to take the following actions:

(l) To notify the public agency compliance officer, the Dept. of LWD, Construction EEO Monitoring

Program, and minority and women referral organizations listed by the Division pursuant to N.J.A.C. 17:27-5.3, of its workforce needs, and request referral of minority and women workers;

(2) To notify any minority and women workers who have been listed with it as awaiting available vacancies;

(3) Prior to commencement of work, to request that the local construction trade union refer minority and women workers to fill job openings, provided the contractor or subcontractor has a referral agreement or arrangement with a union for the construction trade;

(4) To leave standing requests for additional referral to minority and women workers with the local construction trade union, provided the contractor or subcontractor has a referral agreement or arrangement with a union for the construction trade, the State Training and Employment Service and other approved referral sources in the area;

(5) If it is necessary to lay off some of the workers in a given trade on the construction site, layoffs shall be conducted in compliance with the equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination standards set forth in this regulation, as well as with applicable Federal and State court decisions;

(6) To adhere to the following procedure when minority and women workers apply or are referred to the contractor or subcontractor:

The contactor or subcontractor shall interview the referred minority or women worker.

If said individuals have never previously received any document or certification signifying a level of qualification lower than that required in order to perform the work of the construction trade, the contractor or subcontractor shall in good faith determine the qualifications of such individuals. The contractor or subcontractor shall hire or schedule those individuals who satisfy appropriate qualification standards in conformity with the equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination principles set forth in this chapter. However, a contractor or subcontractor shall determine that the individual at least possesses the requisite skills, and experience recognized by a union, apprentice program or a referral agency, provided the referral agency is acceptable to the Dept. of LWD, Construction EEO Monitoring

Program. If necessary, the contractor or subcontractor shall hire or schedule minority and women workers who qualify as trainees pursuant to these rules. All of the requirements, however, are limited by the provisions of (C) below.

The name of any interested women or minority individual shall be maintained on a waiting list, and shall be considered for employment as described in (i) above, whenever vacancies occur. At the request of the

Dept. of LWD, Construction EEO Monitoring Program, the contractor or subcontractor shall provide evidence of its good faith efforts to employ women and minorities from the list to fill vacancies.

If, for any reason, said contractor or subcontractor determines that a minority individual or a woman is not qualified or if the individual qualifies as an advanced trainee or apprentice, the contractor or subcontractor shall inform the individual in writing of the reasons for the determination, maintain a copy of the determination in its files, and send a copy to the public agency compliance officer and to the Dept.

of LWD, Construction EEO Monitoring Program.

(7) To keep a complete and accurate record of all requests made for the referral of worker’s in any trade covered by the contract, on forms made available by the Dept. of LWD, Construction

EEO Monitoring Program and submitted promptly to the Dept. of LWD, Construction EEO

Monitoring Program upon request.

(C) The contractor or subcontractor agrees that nothing contained in (B) above shall preclude the contractor or subcontractor from complying with the union hiring hall or apprenticeship policies in any applicable collective bargaining agreement or union hiring hall arrangement, and, where required by custom or agreement, it shall send journeymen and trainees to the union for referral, or to the apprenticeship program for admission, pursuant to such agreement or arrangement. However, where the practices of a union or apprenticeship program will result in the exclusion of minorities and women or the failure to refer minorities and women consistent with the targeted county employment goal, the contractor or subcontractor shall consider for employment persons referred pursuant to (B) above without regard to such agreement or arrangement; provided further, however, that the contractor or subcontractor shall not be required to employ women and minority advanced trainees and trainees in numbers which result in the employment of advanced trainees and trainees as a percentage of the total workforce for the construction trade, which percentage significantly exceeds the apprentice to journey worker ratio specified in the applicable collective bargaining agreement, or in the absence of a collective bargaining agreement, exceeds the ratio established by practice in the area for said construction trade. Also, the contractor or subcontractor agrees that, in implementing the procedures of (B) above, it shall, where applicable, employ minority and women workers residing within the geographical jurisdiction of the union.

After notification of award, but prior to signing a construction contract, the contractor shall submit to the public agency compliance officer and the Dept. of LWD, Construction EEO Monitoring

Program an initial project workforce report (Form AA-201) electronically provided to the public agency by the Dept. of LWD, Construction EEO Monitoring Program, through its website, for distribution to and completion by the contractor, in accordance with N.J.A.C. 17:27-7.

The contractor also agrees to submit a copy of the Monthly Project Workforce Report once a month thereafter for the duration of this contract to the Dept. of LWD, Construction EEO Monitoring

Program, and to the public agency compliance officer.

The contractor agrees to cooperate with the public agency in the payment of budgeted funds, as is necessary, for on-the-job and/or off-the job programs for outreach and training of minorities and women.

(D) The contractor and its subcontractors shall furnish such reports or other documents to the

Dept. of LWD, Construction EEO Monitoring Program as may be requested by the Dept. of

LWD, Construction EEO Monitoring Program from time to time in order to carry out the purposes of these regulations, and public agencies shall furnish such information as may be requested by the Dept. of LWD, Construction EEO Monitoring Program for conducting a compliance investigation pursuant to N.J.A.C. 17:27-1.1 et seq.

NEW JERSEY ANTI-DISCRIMINATION PROVISIONS

N.J.S.A. 10:2-1 ET SEQ.

Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 10:2-1, if awarded a contract, the contractor agrees that:

a. In the hiring of persons for the performance of work under this contract or any subcontract hereunder, or for the procurement, manufacture, assembling or furnishing of any such materials, equipment, supplies or services to be acquired under this contract, no contractor, nor any person acting on behalf of such contractor or subcontractor, shall, by reason of race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, gender identity or expression, affectional or sexual orientation or sex, discriminate against any person who is qualified and available to perform the work to which the employment relates;

b. No contractor, subcontractor, nor any person on his behalf shall, in any manner, discriminate against or intimidate any employee engaged in the performance of work under this contract or any subcontract hereunder, or engaged in the procurement, manufacture, assembling or furnishing of any such materials, equipment, supplies or services to be acquired under such contract, on account of race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, gender identity or expression, affectional or sexual orientation or sex;

c. There may be deducted from the amount payable to the contractor by the contracting public agency, under this contract, a penalty of $50.00 for each person for each calendar day during which such person is discriminated against or intimidated in violation of the provisions of the contract; and

d. This contract may be canceled or terminated by the contracting public agency, and all money due or to become due hereunder may be forfeited, for any violation of this section of the contract occurring after notice to the contractor from the contracting public agency of any prior violation of this section of the contract.

Experience & Qualifications Questionnaire

Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990

The CONTRACTOR and the OWNER do hereby agree that the provisions of Title 11 of the Americans

With Disabilities Act of 1990 (the "ACT") (42 U.S.C~ S12101 et seq.), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability by public entities in all services, programs, and activities provided or made available by public entities, and the rules and regulations promulgated pursuant thereunto, are made a part of this contract. In providing any act benefit, or service on behalf of the OWNER pursuant to this contract, the CONTRACTOR agrees that the performance shall be in strict compliance with the Act. In the event that the Contractor, its agents, servants, employees, or subcontractors violate or are alleged to have violated the Act during the performance of this contract, the CONTRACTOR shall defend the

OWNER in any action or administrative proceeding commenced pursuant to this Act. The Contractor shall indemnify, protect, and save harmless the OWNER, its agents, servants, and employees from and against any and all suits, claims, losses, demands, or damages, of whatever kind or nature arising out of or claimed to arise out of the alleged violation. The CONTRACTOR shall, at its own expense, appear, defend, and pay any and all charges for legal services and any and all costs and other expenses arising from such action or administrative proceeding or incurred in connection therewith. In any and all complaints brought pursuant to the OWNER grievance procedure, the CONTRACTOR agrees to abide by any decision of the OWNER which is rendered pursuant to said grievance procedure. If any action or administrative proceeding results in an award of damages against the OWNER or if the OWNER must any expense to cure a violation of the ADA which has been brought pursuant to its grievance procedure, the CONTRACTOR shall satisfy and discharge the same at its OWN expense.

The OWNER shall, as soon as practicable after a claim has been made against it, give written notice thereof to the CONTRACTOR along with frill and complete particulars of the claim. if any action or administrative proceedings is brought against the OWNER or any of its agents, servants, and employees, the OWNER shall expeditiously forward or have forwarded to the

CONTRACTOR every demand, complaint, notice, summons, pleading, or other process received by the OWNER or its representatives.

It is expressly agreed and understood that any approval by the OWNER of the services provided by the CONTRACTOR pursuant to this contract will not relieve the CONTRACTOR of the obligation to comply with the Act and to defend, indemnify, protect, and save harmless the

OWNER pursuant to this paragraph.

It is further agreed and understood that the OWNER assumes no obligation to indemnify or save harmless the CONTRACTOR, its agents, servants, employees and subcontractors for any claim which may arise out of their performance of this Agreement. Furthermore, the CONTRACTOR expressly understands and agrees that the provisions of this indemnification clause shall in no way limit the CONTRACTOR'S obligations assumed in this Agreement, nor shall they be construed to relieve the CONTRACTOR from any liability, nor preclude the OWNER from taking any other actions available to it under any other provisions of the Agreement or otherwise at law.

Furthermore, the contractor expressly understands and agrees that the provisions of this indemnification clause shall in no way limit the contractor’s obligations assumed in this Agreement, nor shall they be construed to relieve the contractor from any liability, nor preclude the owner from taking any other actions available to it under any other provisions of the Agreement or otherwise at law.

This questionnaire must be filled out and submitted as a part of the Proposal. Failure to complete this form or to provide any of the requested information will be grounds for the rejection of the bid proposal. If additional space is required, the respondent shall add additional sheets, which identify the question being answered.

Number of years in business under present name & address:

If less than 5 years, list previous names and address:

Within the last 5 years has the business or any officer/partner failed to complete a contract awarded to them: . If yes, provide the details in on a separate page.

Have any liens and lawsuits been filed against the company in the past 5 years:

If yes, please provide details:

List similar services you are now providing for which you have signed contract, but not yet started work:

List all major subcontractors to be used to complete the service and the area of their responsibility:

Please provide at least 3 references below:

Name: Phone:

Address:

Equipment/Service Provided:

Contract Amount:

New Jersey Business Registration Certification

Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:32-44, The Township of Vernon (“Contracting

Agency”) is prohibited from entering into a contract with an entity unless the bidder/proposer/contractor, and each subcontractor that is required by law to be named in a bid/proposal/contract has a valid Business

Registration Certificate on file with the Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services within the

Department of the Treasury.

Prior to contract award or authorization, the contractor shall provide the Contracting Agency with its proof of business registration and that of any named subcontractor(s).

Subcontractors named in a bid or other proposal shall provide proof of business registration to the bidder, who in turn, shall provide it to the Contracting Agency prior to the time a contract, purchase order, or other contracting document is awarded or authorized.

During the course of contract performance:

(1) the contractor shall not enter into a contract with a subcontractor unless the subcontractor first provides the contractor with a valid proof of business registration.

(2) the contractor shall maintain and submit to the Contracting Agency a list of subcontractors and their addresses that may be updated from time to time.

(3) the contractor and any subcontractor providing goods or performing services under the contract, and each of their affiliates, shall collect and remit to the Director of the Division of

Taxation in the Department of the Treasury, the use tax due pursuant to the Sales and Use Tax

Act, (N.J.S.A. 54:32B-1 et seq.) on all sales of tangible personal property delivered into the

State. Any questions in this regard can be directed to the Division of Taxation at (609)292-

6400. Form NJ-REG can be filed online at http://www.state.nj.us/treasury/revenue/busregcert.shtml.

Before final payment is made under the contract, the contractor shall submit to the Contracting Agency a complete and accurate list of all subcontractors used and their addresses.

Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 54:49-4.1, a business organization that fails to provide a copy of a business registration as required, or that provides false business registration information, shall be liable for a penalty of $25 for each day of violation, not to exceed $50,000, for each proof of business registration not properly provided under a contract with a contracting agency.

Emergency Purchases or Contracts

For purchases of an emergent nature, the contractor shall provide its Business Registration Certificate within two weeks from the date of purchase or execution of the contract or prior to payment for goods or services, whichever is earlier.

http://www.state.nj.us/treasury/revenue/busregcert.shtml

SAMPLE BUSINESS REGISTRATION CERTIFICATE

PAY TO PLAY ADVISORY

Disclosure Requirement

P.L. 2005, Chapter 271, Section 3 Reporting (N.J.S.A.

19:44A – 20.27)

Any business entity that has received $50,000 or more in contracts from government entities in a calendar year will be required to file an annual disclosure report with ELEC.

The report will include certain contributions and contract information for the current calendar year.

At a minimum, a list of all business entities that file an annual disclosure report will be listed on ELEC’s website at www.elec.state.nj.us.

If you have any questions please contact ELEC at: 1-888-313-

ELEC (toll free in NJ) or

609-292-8700

An analyst from ELEC’s Special Programs Section will assist you.

http://www.elec.state.nj.us/

STATEMENT OF OWNERSHIP DISCLOSURE

N.J.S.A. 52:25-24.2 (P.L. 1977, c.33, as amended by P.L. 2016, c.43)

This statement shall be completed, certified to, and included with all bid and proposal submissions. Failure to submit the required information is cause for automatic rejection of the bid or proposal.

Name of Organization:

Organization Address:

Part I Check the box that represents the type of business organization:

Sole Proprietorship (skip Parts II and III, execute certification in Part IV)

Non-Profit Corporation (skip Parts II and III, execute certification in Part IV)

For-Profit Corporation (any type) Limited Liability Company (LLC)

Partnership Limited Partnership Limited Liability Partnership (LLP)

Other (be specific):

Part II

The list below contains the names and addresses of all stockholders in the corporation who own 10 percent or more of its stock, of any class, or of all individual partners in the partnership who own a 10 percent or greater interest therein, or of all members in the limited liability company who own a 10 percent or greater interest therein, as the case may be. (COMPLETE THE LIST BELOW IN THIS SECTION)

OR

No one stockholder in the corporation owns 10 percent or more of its stock, of any class, or no individual partner in the partnership owns a 10 percent or greater interest therein, or no member in the limited liability company owns a 10 percent or greater interest therein, as the case may be. (SKIP TO PART IV)

(Please attach additional sheets if more space is needed):

Name of Individual or Business Entity Address

Part III DISCLOSURE OF 10% OR GREATER OWNERSHIP IN THE STOCKHOLDERS, PARTNERS OR LLC

MEMBERS LISTED IN PART II

If a bidder has a direct or indirect parent entity which is publicly traded, and any person holds a 10 percent or greater beneficial interest in the publicly traded parent entity as of the last annual federal Security and Exchange

Commission (SEC) or foreign equivalent filing, ownership disclosure can be met by providing links to the website(s) containing the last annual filing(s) with the federal Securities and Exchange Commission (or foreign equivalent) that contain the name and address of each person holding a 10% or greater beneficial interest in the publicly traded parent entity, along with the relevant page numbers of the filing(s) that contain the information on each such person. Attach additional sheets if more space is needed.

Website (URL) containing the last annual SEC (or foreign equivalent) filing Page #’s

Please list the names and addresses of each stockholder, partner or member owning a 10 percent or greater interest in any corresponding corporation, partnership and/or limited liability company (LLC) listed in Part II other than for any publicly traded parent entities referenced above. The disclosure shall be continued until names and addresses of every noncorporate stockholder, and individual partner, and member exceeding the 10 percent ownership criteria established pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:25-24.2 has been listed. Attach additional sheets if more space is needed.

Stockholder/Partner/Member and

Corresponding Entity Listed in Part II

Part IV Certification

I, being duly sworn upon my oath, hereby represent that the foregoing information and any attachments thereto to the best of my knowledge are true and complete. I acknowledge: that I am authorized to execute this certification on behalf of the bidder/proposer; that the Township is relying on the information contained herein and that I am under a continuing obligation from the date of this certification through the completion of any contracts with Township to notify the Township in writing of any changes to the information contained herein; that I am aware that it is a criminal offense to make a false statement or misrepresentation in this certification, and if I do so, I am subject to criminal prosecution under the law and that it will constitute a material breach of my agreement(s) with the, permitting the Township to declare any contract(s) resulting from this certification void and unenforceable.

Full Name (Print):

Date:

CERTIFICATION OF NON-DEBARMENT FOR

FEDERAL GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS

N.J.S.A. 52:32-44.1 (P.L. 2019, c.406)

This certification shall be completed, certified to, and submitted to the contracting unit prior to contract award, except for emergency contracts where submission is required prior to payment.

PART I: VENDOR INFORMATION

Individual or

Organization Name

Address of Individual or Organization

DUNS Code

(if applicable)

CAGE Code

(if applicable)

Check the box that represents the type of business organization:

Sole Proprietorship (skip Parts III and IV) Non-Profit Corporation (skip Parts III and IV)

For-Profit Corporation (any type) Limited Liability Company (LLC) Partnership

Limited Partnership Limited Liability Partnership (LLP)

Other (be specific):

PART II – CERTIFICATION OF NON-DEBARMENT: Individual or

Organization

I hereby certify that the individual or organization listed above in Part I is not debarred by the federal government from contracting with a federal agency. I further acknowledge: that I am authorized to execute this certification on behalf of the above-named organization; that the Township of Vernon is relying on the information contained herein and that I am under a continuing obligation from the date of this certification through the date of contract award by Township to notify the Township in writing of any changes to the information contained herein; that I am aware that it is a criminal offense to make a false statement or misrepresentation in this certification, and if I do so, I am subject to criminal prosecution under the law and that it will constitute a material breach of my agreement(s) with the Township permitting the

Township to declare any contract(s) resulting from this certification void and unenforceable.

Full Name

(Print):

PART III – CERTIFICATION OF NON-DEBARMENT: Individual or Entity Owning Greater than

50 Percent of Organization

Section A (Check the Box that applies)

Below is the name and address of the stockholder in the corporation who owns more than 50 percent of its voting stock, or of the partner in the partnership who owns more than 50 percent interest therein, or of the member of the limited liability company owning more than 50 percent interest therein, as the case may be.

Name of Individual or Organization

Home Address (for

Individual) or Business

No one stockholder in the corporation owns more than 50 percent of its voting stock, or no partner in the partnership owns more than 50 percent interest therein, or no member in the limited liability company owns more than 50 percent interest therein, as the case may be.

Section B (Skip if no Business entity is listed in Section A above)

Below is the name and address of the stockholder in the corporation who owns more than 50 percent of the voting stock of the organization’s parent entity, or of the partner in the partnership who owns more than 50 percent interest in the organization’s parent entity, or of the member of the limited liability company owning more than 50 percent interest in organization’s parent entity, as the case may be.

Stockholder/Partner/Member

Owning Greater Than 50

Percent of Parent Entity

Home Address (for

Individual) or Business

No one stockholder in the parent entity corporation owns more than 50 percent of its voting stock, no partner in the parent entity partnership owns more than 50 percent interest therein, or no member in the parent entity limited liability company owns more than 50 percent interest therein, as the case may be.

Section C – Part III Certification

I hereby certify that no individual or organization that is debarred by the federal government from contracting with a federal agency owns greater than 50 percent of the Organization listed above in Part I or, if applicable, owns greater than 50 percent of a parent entity of I further acknowledge: that I am authorized to execute this certification on behalf of the above- named organization; that the Township of Vernon is relying on the information contained herein and that I am under a continuing obligation from the date of this certification through the date of contract award

Township to notify the Township in writing of any changes to the information contained herein; that I am aware that it is a criminal offense to make a false statement or misrepresentation in this certification, and if

I do so, I am subject to criminal prosecution under the law and that it will constitute a material breach of my agreement(s) with the Township permitting the Township to declare any contract(s) resulting from this certification void and unenforceable.

Part IV – CERTIFICATION OF NON-DEBARMENT: Contractor – Controlled Entities

Section A

Below is the name and address of the corporation(s) in which the Organization listed in Part I owns more than 50 percent of voting stock, or of the partnership(s) in which the Organization listed in Part I owns more than 50 percent interest therein, or of the limited liability company or companies in which the Organization listed above in Part I owns more than

50 percent interest therein, as the case may be.

Name of Business Entity Business

**Add additional sheets if necessary**

The Organization listed above in Part I does not own greater than 50 percent of the voting stock in any corporation and does not own greater than 50 percent interest in any partnership or any limited liability company.

Section B (skip if no business entities are listed in Section A of Part IV)

Below are the names and addresses of any entities in which an entity listed in Part

III A owns greater than 50 percent of the voting stock (corporation) or owns greater than 50 percent interest (partnership or limited liability company).

Name of Business Entity Controlled by Entity

Listed in Section A of Part IV Business

**Add additional Sheets if necessary**

No entity listed in Part III A owns greater than 50 percent of the voting stock in any corporation or owns greater than 50 percent interest in any partnership or limited liability company.

Section C – Part IV Certification

I hereby certify that the does not own greater than 50 percent of any entity that that is debarred by the federal government from contracting with a federal agency and, if applicable, does not own greater than 50 percent of any entity that in turns owns greater than 50 percent of any entity debarred by the federal government from contracting with a federal agency. I further acknowledge: that I am authorized to execute this certification on behalf of the above-named organization; that the Township of Vernon is relying on the information contained herein and that I am under a continuing obligation from the date of this certification through the date of contract award by

Township to notify the Township in writing of any changes to the information contained herein; that I am aware that it is a criminal offense to make a false statement or misrepresentation in this certification, and if I do so, I am subject to criminal prosecution under the law and that it will constitute a material breach of my agreement(s) with the Township permitting the Township to declare any contract(s) resulting from this certification void and unenforceable.

Signature

Date

NON COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT

STATE OF NEW JERSEY

I certify that I am _______________________________________________________________ of the firm of __________________________________________________________________ the Respondent making this Proposal for the bid or proposal for the above named project, that I executed the said proposal with full authority to do so; that said bidder has not, directly or indirectly entered into any agreement, participated in any collusion or otherwise taken any action in restraint of free, competitive bidding in connection with the above named project; and that all statements contained in said proposal and this affidavit are true, correct, and made with full knowledge that the Township relies upon the truth of the statements contained in said Proposals and in the statements contained in this affidavit in awarding the contract for the said project.

I further warrant that no person or selling agency has been employed or retained to solicit or secure such contract upon an agreement or understanding for a commission, percentage, brokerage, or contingent fee, except bona fide employees or bona fide established commercial or selling agencies.

Signature of Representative:

Subscribed and sworn to before me this_________ day of ___________________, 20_______

Print Name of Affiant:___________________________________________________________

Notary Public of ____________________________

My commission expires_______________________

*This form MUST be completed, notarized and submitted with the bid document*

N.J.A.C. 12:60-9 App.

N.J.A.C. 12:60-9 App.

LOWEST BIDDER PREVAILING WAGE CERTIFICATION

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT DIVISION OF

WAGE & HOUR COMPLIANCE

Certification of Lowest Bidder

, of full age and under oath, duly provides the following sworn statement:

(1). I am the owner and/or highest-ranking official or officer of a company or firm named

, which holds a currently valid public works contractor registration pursuant to the New Jersey Public Works Contractor Registration Act, N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.48 et seq., certificate number

(2). I submitted a bid for a contract award in the above identified project and the public body has informed me that I am the lowest bidder by 10 percent or more as compared to the next lowest bid submitted.

(3). The amount of my bid does include paying the prevailing wage rate to all workers who perform work on the project at rates of pay, including both base wage and fringe benefits, set forth in applicable Wage Determinations,

(1) for the appropriate locality, (2) for the appropriate work classification (e.g., carpenter, electrician, mason, plumber), and (3) for the appropriate jo b title (e.g., Apprentice, Journeyman, Forman), published by the New Jersey Department of Labor and

Workforce Development (NJDOL) pursuant to the New Jersey Prevailing Wage Act (NJPWA), N.J.S.A. 34:11-

56.25 et seq., and corresponding NJDOL rules, N.J.A.C. 12:60..

I certify under penalty of perjury that the foregoing statements made by me are true. I am aware that if any of the foregoing statements made by me are false, I am subject to punishment. See N.J.S.A. 2C:28-1 et seq., specifically, N.J.S.A. 2C:28-3, within the New Jersey Code of Criminal Justice.

Dated: Signature:

SUB-CONTRACTOR INFORMATION

Please provide the Name, address, telephone number and fax number of any subcontractor in the following categories as required by N.J.S.A.40A:11-16 (if this section is not applicable, please reference N/A, if performed in house Note: for in-house please provide licensure information)

1. PLUMBING WORK AND GAS FITTING AND ALL KINDRED WORK:

NAME___________________________________________________________

ADDRESS________________________________________________________

TELEPHONE#:_________________________LICENSE#__________________

2. ELECTRICAL WORK:

TELEPHONE#:_________________________ LICENSE # ________________

3. STRUCTURAL STEEL AND ORNAMENTAL IRON WORK:

4. STEAM POWER PLANTS, STEAM AND HOT WATER HEATING AND VENTILATING APPARATUS AND

ALL KINDRED WORK:

TELEPHONE#:_________________________ LICENSE # _________________

5. GENERAL CONDITION, WHICH SHALL INCLUDE ALL OTHER WORK REQUIRED FOR THE

COMPLETION OF THE PROJECT:

TELEPHONE#:_________________________ LICENSE # _________________

REQUIRED SUBMISSION IF BIDDER INTENDS TO SUBCONTRACT NON STATUTORY

SUB-CONTRACTORS

SUBCONTRACTOR UTILIZATION PLAN

(REFERENCED IN RFP STANDARD TERMS AND CONDITIONS)

Solicitation No.:

NOTE: If utilizing subcontractors, failure to submit the properly completed form will be sufficient cause for rejection of the bid as non-responsive.

Solicitation Title:

Bidder's Name and Address:

Bidder's Telephone No.:

Bidder's Contact Person:

INSTRUCTIONS: List all businesses to be used as subcontractors. This form may be duplicated for extended lists.

SUBCONTRACTOR'S NAME

ADDRESS, ZIP CODE TELEPHONE

NUMBER

AND VENDOR ID NUMBER

TYPE(S) OF GOODS OR SERVICES TO

BE PROVIDED

ESTIMATED VALUE OF SUBCONTRACTS

I hereby certify that this Subcontractor Utilization Plan (Plan) is being submitted in good faith. I certify that each subcontractor has been notified that it has been listed on this Plan and that each subcontractor has consented, in writing, to its name being submitted for this contract. Additionally, I certify that I shall notify each subcontractor listed on the Plan, in writing, if the award is granted to my firm, and I shall make all documentation available to the Division of Purchase and

Property upon request.

I further certify that all information contained in this Plan is true and correct and I acknowledge that the State will rely on the truth of the information in awarding the contract.

PRINCIPAL OF FIRM:

(Signature) (Title) (Date)

General Conditions - Construction

SECTION I – SUBMISSION OF BIDS

The Township of Vernon, Sussex County, New Jersey (hereinafter referred to as "OWNER") invites sealed bids pursuant to the Notice to Bidders. Said Notice Bidders is to be attached to and is considered as a part of these General Conditions.

• If NOT on e-procurement format as described in the LEGAL NOTICE, in person, sealed bids will be received by the designated representative of

The Township at the time and place stated in the Notice to Bidders, and at such time and place win publicly open and real aloud all bids received. If delivered prior to the date and time of opening, bids MUST BE DELIVERED

TO The Township CLERKS OFFICE ONLY. Bidder is solely responsible for this delivery.

• The bid proposal form shall be submitted on the prescribed form with appropriate spaces properly filled in and with all required supporting documentation, in a sealed envelope:

o Addressed to The Township of Vernon o Bearing the name and address of the bidder written on the face of the envelope o Clearly marked "BID" with the contract title and/or BID # being identified o Bidders shall submit an original as well as a…