35KW Generator Replacement For Communications Tower At 68 Denise Drive, Kinnelon

Morris County is soliciting bids to replace a 35kW Cummins backup generator at 68 Denise Drive, Kinnelon, New Jersey, with bids due September 24, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. EST and a pre-bid site meeting scheduled for September 15, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. This is a direct-replacement procurement requiring specification matching with 13 existing county installations.

The generator to be removed is an Indoor Cummins 35kW model GGFD-5564081, propane-fueled, with existing UPS and ATS systems remaining in place. The replacement unit must match all specifications exactly, including auto-start capability based on the on-site UPS and ATS. The project site is a semi-remote radio tower shelter with a generator room accessible via an unpaved, slightly inclined path on Denise Drive. Scope covers the generator unit and installation labor only; no modifications to electrical or fuel systems are included.

New Jersey Prevailing Wage Act requirements apply. All contractors and subcontractors must hold valid Public Works Contractor Registration Certificates at bid submission and submit certified payroll records demonstrating compliance with current prevailing wage rates via the NJ Wage Hub and in hard copy to the County. A bid guarantee of 10% of bid price (not to exceed $20,000) is required as a certified check, cashier's check, or bid bond with Power of Attorney from a New Jersey-authorized surety. Upon contract execution, the contractor must provide Performance and Payment Bonds equal to 100% of contract amount and a maintenance bond of up to 10% of project costs for two years post-completion. Comprehensive general liability insurance is required with combined single limits of $1 million per claim and $3 million aggregate, along with worker's compensation and professional liability coverage at $1 million per claim and $3 million aggregate.

All pricing is net, including packing and crating, with transportation prepaid F.O.B. destination. Liquidated damages of $500 per day apply for delays beyond the contract completion date. Contract award is anticipated within 60 days of bid opening. The Morris County Chief Financial Officer has certified fund availability contingent upon annual appropriations.