Playground Improvements at Monte Irvin Orange Park

Essex County’s Department of Public Works awarded a construction contract to Picerno Giordano Construction for the renovation and upgrade of playground facilities at Monte Irvin Orange Park. The award, valued at just over $2.8 million, covers a 90‑day performance period beginning mid‑August 2025 and concluding in early November 2025. The scope includes demolition of existing equipment, installation of new play structures, surfacing, safety surfacing upgrades, and related site improvements, all under a firm‑fixed‑price arrangement. • Award Amount: $2,841,603 (firm‑fixed‑price) • Performance Window: 08/13/2025 – 11/11/2025 (≈ 90 days) • Work Scope: Playground demolition, new equipment installation, surfacing, safety compliance, site cleanup • Single‑vendor award following open competition; plans available for a $150 non‑refundable fee in paper form only. • Contract administered by Essex County Dept. of Public Works, contact Jeff Lambo (973‑621‑5100).