9-25-50 Specifications.pdf

The document is a set of Technical Specifications for the Bergen County Winter Wonderland 2025/2026 winter season event, located at Van Saun County Park in Paramus, NJ. The contract covers the provision of a temporary ice skating rink (80' x 220') and an ice bumper car rink (80' x 80'), with options to renew for two subsequent winter seasons. The event will operate from the Friday after Thanksgiving Day (November 28, 2025) through the last Sunday in February (February 22, 2026), with typical public hours from 4PM-9PM on weekdays and 11AM-9PM on weekends and holidays. The contractor is responsible for turnkey equipment rental, installation, and removal, including all necessary infrastructure such as refrigeration systems, lighting, sound systems, and ice maintenance equipment.

The County will provide essential support including power connections, electrical services, a leveled site, water supply, a heated storage area for the Zamboni, and workspace for the rink manager. The contract includes provisions for management and operations staffing, equipment rental, and additional services such as ice skate rentals, sharpening, and potential additional programming. The bid process allows for a base bid and add alternates, with the contract to be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder. The County has options to extend the contract for two additional winter seasons, with the potential to adjust installation and removal dates each season. The contractor must submit detailed documentation within four weeks of signing, including an installation/removal schedule, staffing plan, shop drawings, and technical equipment data.