Call 107 26107

Contract 027153030 (DP 26107) is a New Jersey Department of Transportation project for the reconstruction, widening, and superstructure replacement of the Route 1 Northbound Bridge over the Raritan River in Middlesex County, spanning Edison and New Brunswick. The project aims to rehabilitate the 1929 bridge and add an auxiliary lane to reduce congestion and improve safety. The bid opening is scheduled for August 25, 2026, with a substantial completion deadline of November 13, 2029. The scope includes extensive civil works, the use of ultra-high performance concrete (UHPC) overlays, and the installation of aluminum lighting standards. Additionally, the contractor must provide comprehensive office and IT infrastructure, network and ITS equipment, and specialized machinery such as water-cooled vertical curb saws. The procurement follows a lowest responsive and responsible bidder selection process, requiring strict adherence to prequalification criteria, including performance records and professional certifications for engineers and surveyors. Contractors must comply with the Davis-Bacon Act and New Jersey Prevailing Wage Act, and must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). Key technical requirements include specific handling and storage protocols for stainless steel reinforcement bars and strict asbestos removal standards. Payment is structured around a lump sum for mobilization based on project milestones and unit prices for performed items, with all records subject to audit by the New Jersey Office of the State Comptroller for five years following final payment.