Reconstruction and Resurfacing of Portions of Certain County Roads, Contract 2022A, Various Townships

Ocean County, New Jersey is seeking a contractor for the Reconstruction and Resurfacing of Portions of Certain County Roads, Contract 2022A, a comprehensive infrastructure improvement project spanning Jackson and Toms River Townships. The procurement involves milling and resurfacing approximately 8.4 miles of county roads, with a total contract duration of 180 calendar days. Key project elements include replacing corrugated metal pipes with reinforced concrete or ductile iron pipes, reconstructing concrete curbs, sidewalks, and ADA curb ramps, upgrading beam guide rail and end terminals, and modifying five signalized intersections to meet current MUTCD standards. The project also requires installing pedestrian signal assemblies, countdown heads, and additional traffic signal heads to upgrade existing pedestrian facilities and traffic signal infrastructure. The bid is due on May 14, 2024, and will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder whose proposal fully conforms to all specified requirements, with the county reserving the right to reject all bids.

The contract is wholly state-funded and subject to New Jersey's Small Business Enterprise (SBE) and Equal Employment Opportunity requirements, though no specific SBE subcontracting goals are mandated. Contractors must demonstrate good faith efforts in workforce diversity and employment practices, comply with prevailing wage rate requirements, and be prepared for potential price adjustments for fuel and asphalt. Bidders must submit a comprehensive set of documents through the OpenGov platform and DocuSign, including a Signature Page, Non-Collusion Certification, Affirmative Action Questionnaire, Statement of Ownership, and Disclosure of Investment Activities. While a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the extensive scope of work suggests a significant infrastructure investment. Contractors will need to have robust capabilities in road reconstruction, traffic signal installation, and municipal infrastructure improvements, with a strong emphasis on technical proficiency, compliance with local regulations, and ability to execute a complex, multi-faceted public works project.