FURNISHING OF CAR WASH SERVICES FOR COUNTY VEHICLES

The County of Middlesex, New Jersey, is soliciting bids for the furnishing of full-service car wash services for its vehicle fleet, managed by the Department of Transportation, Division of Central Vehicle Maintenance and Repair. The contract requires an automated conveyor belt facility to provide vacuuming, exterior washing, and interior and exterior window services for approximately 131 sedans, 184 SUVs, 92 pick-up trucks, and 72 minivans. Services are required twice per month per vehicle, and the vendor must establish a house account to accommodate approximately 48 different county departments. To ensure proper tracking and payment, the vendor must provide a receipt for each service that includes the vehicle license plate and the vendor's signature. The contract is for an initial term of twelve consecutive months, with an option for the county to extend for an additional twelve months at the original bid prices. Award will be granted to the responsible bidder submitting the lowest base bid, lowest net bid, or unit prices. Bidders must submit their responses electronically via the OpenGov portal by October 20, 2026. Required documentation includes a statement of ownership, non-collusion affidavit, corporate resolution, and a business registration certificate. The selected contractor must comply with various legal standards, including the Davis-Bacon Act for prevailing wages, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and New Jersey equal employment opportunity laws. Payment is processed monthly via county vouchers and is generally due sixty calendar days from the receipt of a properly executed invoice.