Salt Storage Facility

The City of Newark, New Jersey is soliciting electronic bids through its e-Procurement Portal for bid #2021-51, a comprehensive Salt Storage Facility construction project located in Essex County. The procurement seeks a contractor to construct a 30 ft wide by 40 ft deep salt storage structure with a 20 ft wide by 30 ft high access doorway, positioned on 10-foot-high concrete bin blocks. Additional project components include a 16 ft by 10 ft shed with a unisex handicap-accessible toilet, mechanical room, approximately 290 linear feet of retaining walls, chain link fencing, a 5,000-gallon grounded salt tank pad, and a truck scale. The project requires detailed technical specifications across multiple construction divisions, including excavation, concrete work, metals, roofing, and electrical systems, with an emphasis on durability and corrosion resistance. Electronic bids will be accepted until 10:15 am on Wednesday, August 11, 2021, with strict requirements that any submissions after this time will not be considered. Bidders must provide comprehensive proposal documentation, including various certifications, non-disclosure forms, and compliance statements.

The solicitation includes a $50,000 allowance for potential unsuitable materials removal and replacement, with a strong preference for local hiring and compliance with New Jersey state regulations. The project emphasizes equal employment opportunity, anti-discrimination provisions, and Americans with Disabilities Act requirements. Bidders must submit multiple documentation forms, including a Statement of Ownership Disclosure, Non-Collusion Affidavit, and Affirmative Action Regulations documentation. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly mentioned, the bid suggests a focus on local and diverse business participation. Contractors must demonstrate extensive experience in salt storage facility construction and provide all necessary design drawings, engineering certifications, and compliance with local building codes. The project includes warranty provisions, including a one-year building guarantee and a five-year roof warranty. Though a specific budget range is not provided, the comprehensive nature of the project and the detailed technical specifications suggest a significant capital investment for the City of Newark.