Weequahic Park Football Soccer Field and Track Improvements

This contract awards the construction of a new football/soccer field and an accompanying track at Weequahic Park, encompassing site preparation, grading, installation of turf, lighting, and related infrastructure improvements. The project is funded by Essex County and managed by the Department of Public Works, with a firm‑fixed‑price award of $1.577 M. • Scope includes demolition of existing surfaces, earthwork, drainage, installation of synthetic turf, line marking, and a 400‑meter track with associated safety features. • Contract term is 120 calendar days, commencing immediately upon award (03/05/2025) and concluding by 07/03/2025. • A non‑refundable $150 fee is required for plan and specification access, which must be collected in person at the County’s purchasing office. • Awarded to American Athletic Courts Inc., a specialist contractor in sports‑field construction. • Performance period is tightly defined; any delays may affect the county’s park‑improvement schedule.