Physical Education Center Gymnasium Acoustic Wall Panel Removal and Replacement

This procurement solicitation issued by Middlesex County, New Jersey seeks bids for acoustic wall panel removal and replacement services at a Physical Education Center gymnasium, with a posting date of January 28, 2026, and a bid due date of February 26, 2026. The procurement requires qualified contractors to remove existing acoustic wall panels and install replacement panels to specified standards, ensuring proper acoustic performance and structural integrity within the gymnasium facility. Bidders must submit sealed bids electronically through the designated submission portal, with the question period open from the posting date through February 4, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST. An Intent to Bid must be submitted by February 11, 2026, at 11:00 AM EDT to maintain eligibility for proposal submission. Contractors should submit all required documentation in PDF format and any applicable technical response templates in Excel format, with submissions strongly recommended at least one day prior to the February 26, 2026 deadline to ensure adequate processing time. Evaluation criteria will prioritize responsiveness to specifications, substantial compliance with contract requirements, and lowest and best price, recognizing that the lowest bid alone does not necessarily determine selection.

The procurement documents do not explicitly indicate set-aside designations or restrictions targeting disadvantaged enterprises or specific organization types, though standard insurance requirements including commercial general liability coverage of at least $1 million per occurrence, automobile liability insurance of $1 million per occurrence, and workers' compensation insurance will be mandated of all bidders. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the available procurement materials, and no specific budget range or award value has been disclosed in the documentation provided. Contractors must maintain all required insurance policies throughout the contract term and name Middlesex County as an additional insured on applicable policies. Bidders may submit protests regarding award decisions in writing to the County's procurement office within ten working days following the Notice of Award. Prospective bidders encountering technical submission difficulties should contact the designated procurement support entity for assistance in resolving portal or documentation issues.