Construction of Traffic Signal at the Intersection of C. R. #93 (Route 623 – New Hampshire Avenue) & Boulevard of the Americas, Township of Lakewood

The County of Ocean, New Jersey is requesting bids for construction of a traffic signal at the intersection of C.R. #93 (Route 623 – New Hampshire Avenue) and Boulevard of the Americas in the Township of Lakewood, with bids due July 28, 2026.

The scope includes signal installation, curb ramp construction for pedestrian accessibility, removal of a portion of an island on Boulevard of the Americas, minor drainage improvements, and a 2-inch mill and overlay on all three approaches to the signal. The system must be MUTCD and ADA compliant. All work must be completed within 180 calendar days, with a winter shutdown period between December 15 and March 1. Construction working hours are limited to 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Monday through Friday with no traffic impacts before 10:00 AM or after 3:00 PM; nighttime work is permitted Sunday through Thursday 9:00 PM – 5:00 AM.

Prevailing wage rates as determined by the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development apply to all workers. The contractor is responsible for utility coordination with gas, electric, cable, water, and sewer service providers, with a minimum 30-day notice required for buried utilities and 90 days for aerial relocations.

A proposal guarantee of not less than ten percent of the total bid amount (maximum $20,000) is required. Performance and payment bonds are mandatory. Insurance requirements include Commercial General Liability of $1,000,000 per occurrence plus umbrella coverage totaling $10,000,000, and Automobile Liability with similar limits. Liquidated damages are assessed at $1,250 per calendar day for failure to achieve substantial completion and $750 per day for final completion.

The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder within 60 days of bid receipt. Bids must be submitted electronically through the County's OpenGov Electronic Bid Portal. Final payment is withheld at two percent pending contract completion, and an additional five percent warranty bond is required for one year after acceptance.