Traffic Signal Cable Conductors

The City of Newark, New Jersey is soliciting electronic bids through the ProcureNow portal for Invitation to Bid (ITB) #2022-39, specifically for Traffic Signal Cable Conductors. The procurement seeks various IMSA 19-1 stranded 14 AWG traffic signal cables in nine different configurations, ranging from 2 to 19 conductors, with each cable specification set at a 500 ft. reel. The bid is due on August 4, 2022, at precisely 10:15 am, with bids to be publicly opened and read aloud immediately thereafter, and only electronic submissions will be accepted. Bidders must include comprehensive unit pricing that covers all associated costs, including labor, materials, supplies, transportation, shipping, and handling. The contract appears to be structured for a two-year period, with identical pricing tables for both years, and the City reserves the right to adjust contract quantities based on actual requirements.

The procurement includes several mandatory compliance requirements for potential bidders, including submission of a New Jersey Business Registration Certificate, Non-Collusion Affidavit, and Ownership Disclosure Statement. Vendors must adhere to equal employment opportunity guidelines, affirmative action compliance, and various anti-discrimination provisions. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly mentioned, the bid emphasizes requirements for local business registration and compliance with state regulations. The City will award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder, suggesting a competitive selection process. Although specific budget ranges are not detailed in the documentation, the comprehensive cable conductor specifications indicate a technical procurement focused on municipal infrastructure improvements. Potential bidders should carefully review all documentation and ensure complete compliance with the stated municipal contracting requirements to be considered for the award.