Remove And Properly Dispose Of Scrap Water Meters

The City of Trenton, Department of Water and Sewer, Trenton Water Works is requesting sealed bids to remove and dispose of scrap water meters from its facility at 333 Cortland Street, Trenton, New Jersey, with bids due October 14, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. The contractor must submit unit prices for all meter sizes and types; actual quantities removed may exceed or fall short of estimated ranges, and the City may award to multiple vendors based on separate pricing for brass and plastic meters.

The scope comprises removal and proper disposal of brass and plastic water meters in various sizes, with estimated quantities ranging from zero to 1,347 units per category. The contractor must coordinate pickup and removal as directed by Trenton Water Works personnel. Payment for scrap meters will be made to Trenton Water Works within two weeks of pickup via business check, money order, or cashier's check.

The contract term is one year, contingent upon temporary or final adoption of the City's 2026 and 2027 budgets. Bidders must carry general liability insurance ($1,000,000 combined single limit / $2,000,000 aggregate), automobile liability ($1,000,000), and workers' compensation coverage. All bidders must comply with mandatory affirmative action regulations, provide a non-collusion affidavit, statement of ownership disclosure, and business registration certification. Bid prices must remain firm for 60 calendar days following the bid opening date.

Site visits are strongly encouraged and must be scheduled no later than October 1, 2026 by contacting Tanisha Brown-Dyton at (609) 989-3225. Written questions are due by September 30, 2026 and should be submitted to igarcia@trentonnj.org. Sealed bids are submitted at the Division of Purchasing, City Hall Annex, First Floor, 319 East State Street, Trenton, New Jersey 08608; virtual bid opening is available via Zoom.