Construction of a New Airport Terminal Building at the Ocean City Municipal Airport (26N)

The City of Ocean City is soliciting qualified contractors to design and construct a new terminal building at the Ocean City Municipal Airport (26N). The project includes full construction of the terminal, associated site work, and optional alternates such as a standby generator, exterior decking, and PVC shake siding. Bidders must submit electronic sealed bids, a bid bond (up to 10% of bid, max $20,000), and be prepared to provide performance, payment, and maintenance bonds. The contract duration is 432 calendar days, with liquidated damages for late completion. Mandatory compliance includes insurance, affirmative action, anti‑discrimination, and New Jersey public‑works registration. • Scope: New airport terminal (design‑build) with optional equipment and exterior upgrades. • Estimated contract value: multi‑million dollars (likely $10‑20 M). • Bid submission: electronic via OpenGov portal by Oct 1, 2026, 2 PM. • Pre‑bid meeting (optional) on Sep 9, 2026, 11 AM at City Hall. • Required bonds: bid bond (≤ $20 k), performance bond (100 % of bid), payment bond, maintenance bond (≤ 15 % of cost). • Contract length: 432 days; liquidated damages $500‑$2,000 per day after day 15. • Mandatory certifications: insurance, affirmative‑action, equal‑employment‑opportunity, NJ public‑works contractor registration.