Description
The Paterson Public Schools district is seeking a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive electrical services and related work for all of its school facilities for the 2026‑2027 school year. The work includes routine maintenance, repairs, new installations, upgrades, emergency response, and any other electrical tasks defined in the technical specifications. Bids must be sealed, submitted before the opening date, and accompanied by required bonds, disclosures, and certifications. The district emphasizes compliance with New Jersey’s buy‑American, affirmative‑action, and political‑contribution rules, and requires a 10 % bid bond (capped at $20,000) and a performance bond equal to the contract amount.
• Scope covers all Paterson Public School buildings – maintenance, repair, installation, and emergency electrical work.
• Mandatory submissions: Business Registration Certificate, ownership disclosure, non‑collusion affidavit, references, surety certificate, insurance, Buy‑American statement, and political‑contribution disclosure.
• Financial guarantees: 10 % bid bond (≤ $20 k) and 100 % performance bond; payment within 90 days of invoicing; award decision within 60 days of opening.