Ellsworth Park Improvement Project

The City of Union City, Hudson County, New Jersey is requesting sealed bids for the Ellsworth Park Improvement Project with proposals due June 10, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at Union City City Hall. The project is funded through State of New Jersey Green Acres Program funds. Vendors currently suspended, debarred, or disqualified under N.J.A.C. 7:1D-1 are excluded from participation; bidders must comply with affirmative action requirements and public disclosure provisions under New Jersey law.

The base bid scope covers demolition of existing hardscape, site preparation, earthwork, grading and drainage, monument relocation, concrete paver walkways and plaza integrated with landscape design, concrete curbs, decorative scalloped fence refurbishment and installation, decorative site lighting, water and sanitary sewer utility upgrades, electric utility upgrades, irrigation and landscaping, and park appurtenances including benches and trash receptacles. Four alternate bids are available: Alternate A, design and installation of a two-level waterfall feature; Alternate B, purchase and installation of decorative task lights and new scalloped fence; Alternate C, installation of two specimen trees; and Alternate D, stone caps to existing monument bases and purchase and installation of table and chair sets.

All work must be completed within 180 calendar days from issuance of the Notice to Proceed. Bid security of not less than 10 percent of the bid amount (not exceeding $20,000) is required as a surety consent statement and either a bid bond or certified check. The successful bidder must provide performance and labor/material payment bonds for the full project amount. Bidders must submit one original proposal package and two complete copies on standard forms included in the contract documents, enclosed in sealed envelopes. Contract documents prepared by Colliers Engineering & Design Inc. are available electronically at no charge or in paper format for $150 (non-refundable). The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive informalities, increase or decrease quantities, and abandon the project if legal or administrative action could delay or jeopardize commencement.