The College of New Jersey issued a single‑lump‑sum solicitation (AB250005) to repair the combustion‑control system of Boiler #2 located in the campus powerhouse. The scope required removal of the existing controls, installation of new controls, and full commissioning in accordance with the provided drawings. The contract is a low‑value, fast‑track repair project valued at $70,500, with a 10 % bid bond, 100 % performance/payment bond, and a one‑year maintenance bond. The work must begin within ten days of the Notice to Proceed (18 Nov 2024) and be substantially completed by 13 Dec 2024. The College mandated prevailing‑wage compliance, NJ public‑works registration, and set‑aside goals for small‑business and disabled‑veteran‑owned firms, though the award was made to a single vendor.
• Scope: removal, install, and commission new combustion‑control hardware for Boiler #2.
• Contract type: firm‑fixed‑price lump‑sum with extensive bonding and wage requirements.
• Key dates: bid deadline 6 Nov 2024, award intent 8 Nov 2024, work period 18 Nov – 13 Dec 2024.
• Awarded to SEEC, LLC (Superior Central Boiler) for $70,500.
• Regulatory compliance: NJ prevailing‑wage, public‑works contractor registration, SBE/DVOB goals, affirmative‑action/equal‑pay reporting.