FURNISHING OF MECHANICAL REFRIGERATION MAINTENANCE AT THE ROOSEVELT PARK FAMILY ICE RINK

This solicitation, identified as B-26-087, seeks bids for the furnishing of mechanical refrigeration maintenance services at the Roosevelt Park Family Ice Rink in Edison, New Jersey. Managed by the Middlesex County Department of Infrastructure Management, Office of Infrastructure Operations, the contract includes specific requirements for start-up maintenance to be performed around November 1, 2026, and November 1, 2027, as well as a quoted mark-up percentage for replacement parts. This is a firm fixed contract with prices set FOB destination. Bidders are required to guarantee first-quality goods and services, with a minimum one-year warranty on all items. Any defective or inferior goods must be replaced at the vendor's expense, including all associated freight and restocking charges. Prospective bidders must submit their electronic responses through the Middlesex County Electronic Procurement Portal no later than September 1, 2026, at 10:00 am. The County maintains a 20% goal for awarding contracts to Qualified Business Enterprises, including minority, women, veteran, and small business enterprises, and requires relevant State of New Jersey certifications to be submitted with the bid. Compliance with various labor and legal standards is mandatory, including prevailing wage laws, the Davis-Bacon Act for applicable construction contracts, and EEO and Americans with Disabilities Act regulations. Additionally, contractors must adhere to strict security and background check protocols, including Child Abuse Record Information (CARI) and Department of Corrections security clearances, to ensure compliance with institutional safety and confidentiality policies.