Description
The Camden County Parks Department is seeking a qualified contractor to execute a comprehensive improvement of Challenge Grove Park in Cherry Hill, NJ. The scope includes demolition, extensive earthwork, utility relocations, new pavement, concrete structures, landscaping, and construction of recreational amenities such as a gazebo, shade structures, pickleball courts, and lighting. The contract mandates strict compliance with prevailing‑wage, equal‑opportunity, and various state certifications, and requires a bid bond of at least 10 % of the base bid (capped at $20,000). The project must be substantially completed within 90 calendar days and fully completed within 120 days, with liquidated damages of $2,100 per day for delays.
• Site clearing, demolition, over‑excavation, and utility work (water, sewer, gas, electric, telecom).
• Pavement (variable‑mill, HMA surface/base, dense‑graded aggregate) and concrete (exposed‑aggregate sidewalks, curbs, reinforced walls).
• New park amenities – gazebo, shade structures, pickleball courts with Laykold surface, lighting, fencing, benches, bleachers, water fountain, and landscaping.
• Mandatory bid bond, performance bond, and compliance certifications; 10 % bid bond, 2 % retainage, and $2,100/day liquidated‑damage clause.