2026-073 Authorizing State Contract Purchase Playground Equipment NOTICE

The Borough of Atlantic Highlands approved a resolution to acquire and install playground equipment using the New Jersey State Cooperative Purchasing Program, allowing the municipality to purchase directly from pre‑approved state vendors without a competitive bidding process. The work will be executed by two state‑approved contractors, with the contract required to be completed by the end of 2026. Funding must be certified by the Chief Finance Officer at the time each purchase order is issued. This procurement leverages existing state contracts, streamlining procurement and reducing administrative overhead. • Scope: Purchase and installation of playground equipment for the borough. • Vendors: Ben Shaffer Recreation Inc (Lake Hopatcong, NJ) and Whirl Construction (Port Monmouth, NJ). • Procurement Method: Sole‑source under the NJ State Cooperative Purchasing Program; no public bidding required. • Timeline: Effective March 16 2026; all work must be completed by December 31 2026.