Traffic Safety Improvements along County Route 527 from C. R. 571 to Cox Cro Road, Township of Toms River

Ocean County is seeking a qualified contractor to execute Traffic Safety Improvements along County Route 527 from C.R. 571 to Cox Cro Road in the Township of Toms River, New Jersey. The project involves constructing two new traffic signals, reconstructing curb ramps, creating pedestrian refuge islands, removing and installing striping and markings, and installing raised pavement markers. The contract will be executed under local public contracts law and follows the New Jersey Department of Transportation's 2019 Standard Specifications. The total contract time is 164 calendar days, with a mandatory winter shutdown period between December 15th and March 1st. Proposals must be electronically submitted through the County's ProcureNow Portal, with a required proposal bond of 10% of the total bid amount (not exceeding $20,000). Contractors must demonstrate technical capabilities in utility coordination, environmental protection, traffic control, and specialized electrical and signal infrastructure installations. The county will award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder whose proposal fully conforms to the contract documents.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though prevailing wage rates will apply to the project. Bidders must possess comprehensive qualifications in traffic infrastructure construction, including expertise in traffic signal systems, image detection sensors, GPS units, and battery backup systems. The project requires detailed technical proficiency in electrical and signal infrastructure installations, with precise technical requirements for each component. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the requirement of a proposal bond suggests a substantial project investment. Contractors will need to demonstrate capability in complex infrastructure improvements, with a focus on enhancing traffic safety through advanced technological and engineering solutions. The project represents a significant local infrastructure investment aimed at improving transportation safety in the Toms River area of Ocean County.