Replacement of Automatic Entry Door at Fire Department

This is a procurement document from the City of Long Beach, New York Department of Public Works soliciting sealed bids for the furnishing and installation of automatic entry doors at two municipal facilities: the Fire Department on National Boulevard and the Fleet Maintenance Garage at 601 Long Beach Road. The project scope includes removal of existing doors and installation of new automatic entry systems compliant with applicable building codes and accessibility standards. Bidders must specify American Door Model 626 or an equivalent alternative. Sealed bids are due August 13, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. The Department of Public Works will arrange site visits at both locations for bidders to familiarize themselves with existing conditions prior to bid submission. The contract duration is 60 consecutive calendar days following issuance of the Notice to Proceed, which the City intends to issue immediately after award. No incumbent contractor held an identical or substantially similar contract within the past five years.

Bidders must submit a non-refundable administration fee of $50.00 to obtain plans and specifications and must include a certified check or bid bond equal to ten percent of the total bid amount, payable to the City Treasurer. The successful bidder must execute a performance bond equal to 100 percent of the contract price and provide comprehensive general liability insurance of $1 million per occurrence. MWBE contracting goals of 5 percent for minority-owned enterprises and 5 percent for women-owned enterprises apply to all bidders, who must submit an MWBE Utilization Plan demonstrating good faith efforts to meet these targets. New York State prevailing wage rates apply to all work. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder demonstrating relevant past experience and financial capability. Liquidated damages are assessed at $1,000 per calendar day for delays beyond the specified completion date.